Synopsis

Fanny Price, a quiet and observant young woman from a large, impoverished family, is sent to live with her wealthy aunt and uncle at Mansfield Park. Treated more as a dependent than a family member, Fanny struggles to find her place amidst the opulence and often superficiality of her relatives. Her only true comfort and confidant is her cousin, Edmund Bertram, for whom she secretly harbors deep affections. The arrival of the charismatic, worldly, and morally ambiguous siblings, Henry and Mary Crawford, throws the orderly, albeit stifling, world of Mansfield Park into disarray. Their charm and London sophistication captivate the Bertram family, particularly Edmund, who is drawn to Mary, and Fanny's cousins, Maria and Julia. As the Crawfords' questionable values and flirtatious natures lead to scandal and heartache, Fanny's unwavering moral compass and quiet strength are tested. She must navigate social pressures, unrequited love, and the corrupting influence of the outside world, ultimately proving the enduring value of integrity and genuine affection.

Critical Reception

"Often considered Austen's most morally complex and controversial novel, 'Mansfield Park' continues to provoke debate while standing as a profound exploration of virtue, social standing, and the corrupting influence of ambition."

Adaptations

1983 BBC miniseries, 1999 film starring Frances O'Connor, 2007 ITV television film starring Billie Piper.

Metadata

ISBN:9781853260322
Pages:372
Age Rating:All Ages

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