Mansfield Park

Mansfield Park

Raised by her wealthy relatives, Fanny Prince's modesty and integrity stand in stark contrast to the glamorous yet ambiguous lives around her in this most controversial of Jane Austen's novels. Mansfield Park follows Fanny's life with the Bertrams, and as she matures she faces difficult choices and unexpected challenges that test her principles. Representing arguably the most controversial of Austen's novels, Mansfield Park raises many questions, including whether the heroine is appalling or appealing, whether Austen a traditionalist or a feminist, or if the novel is simplistic or ironic. Jane Austen's thought-provoking novel explores themes of social class, virtue, and self-discovery, making it a compelling read for fans of classic literature. Jane Austen (1775-1817) was an English author born in Hampshire, England. She's best-known for her novels in which she critiques 18th century society and displays her characteristically sharp wit. Austen's most famous works include Sense and Sensibility, 1811, Pride and Prejudice, 1813, and Emma, 1816. Although her works have now been translated and printed in editions across the globe, Austen was relatively unknown during her lifetime, publishing her novels anonymously.