Mansfield Park

"I should have thought that every woman must have felt the possibility of a man's not being approved."

Mansfield Park (1814) is considered Jane Austen's first mature work and, with its quiet heroine and subtle examination of social position and moral integrity, one of her most profound.

Ten-year-old Fanny Price is sent from her impoverished home in Portsmouth to live with her wealthy relations at Mansfield Park. Self-effacing and acutely aware of her humble rank, Fanny is neglected by her indolent aunt, Lady Bertram, and belittled by her cousins Tom, Maria and Julia, finding her sole ally in her quiet cousin Edmund and her sole strength in the sense of her own moral integrity. As Fanny grows into adulthood, she becomes the still point in a world of shifting affections, theatrical flirtations, and social expectations.

With its richly drawn characters, evocative settings, and exquisite prose, Mansfield Park is both a sharp social satire and a deeply felt story of decency, love, and the courage to remain true to oneself. Jane Austen (1775–1817) is one of the most enduring voices in English literature, celebrated for her sharp wit, keen social insight, and unforgettable portrayals of love, class, and character. From Pride and Prejudice to Emma and Mansfield Park, Austen's novels blend humour, romance, and a clear‑eyed understanding of human nature in plots that often explore the dependence of women on marriage for the pursuit of favourable social standing and economic security.

Though she published anonymously during her lifetime, Austen's novels have rarely been out of print and have become cornerstones of English Literature. Her sharp observations of class, courtship, and character continue to resonate with audiences worldwide and have inspired countless adaptations across film, television, and theatre.

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Lydbog: 7. august 2024