Jane Austen's 'Mansfield Park' follows Fanny Price's journey from a poor upbringing to life among wealthy relatives. Themes of social class, morality, and family dynamics are woven through Fanny's experiences and relationships, particularly with her cousin Edmund and the Crawfords. The novel also touches on the controversial topic of slavery, reflecting Austen's awareness of societal issues.
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Fanny Price, a young girl from a modest background, is sent to live with her wealthy relatives at Mansfield Park
Introduction of Henry and Mary Crawford
The arrival of the wealthy Crawford siblings brings about romantic complications and tensions at Mansfield Park
Performance of "The Lovers' Vows"
The decision to perform a scandalous play causes further tensions among the young inhabitants of Mansfield Park
Fanny's refusal to marry for wealth and her steadfast love for Edmund lead to her being sent back to her impoverished home in Portsmouth
Fanny is a virtuous and modest protagonist who undergoes personal growth and navigates the complexities of upper-class society
Lady Bertram
Fanny's indolent aunt who presides over Mansfield Park with her wealthy husband
Sir Thomas Bertram
Fanny's authoritative uncle who owns Mansfield Park and has a plantation in Antigua
Maria and Julia Bertram
Fanny's cousins who compete for the affections of Henry Crawford
Henry Crawford
The wealthy and charming neighbor who causes romantic complications at Mansfield Park
Mary Crawford
Henry's sister who becomes the object of Edmund's affections
The novel explores the impact of wealth and societal expectations on personal development and relationships
Through the experiences of its female characters, the novel critiques the limited roles available to women in a patriarchal society
The novel challenges traditional definitions of family and explores the concept of home and belonging
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The book 'Mansfield Park' was penned by the renowned ______ and first saw publication in ______.
Jane Austen
1814
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Fanny Price's benefactors at Mansfield Park
Lady Bertram, her aunt; Sir Thomas Bertram, her uncle; both wealthy and preside over the estate.
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Fanny's relationship with cousin Edmund
Edmund shows kindness, becomes Fanny's trusted ally amidst her struggles.
