Mansfield Park

The work of Jane Austen was so popular at the turn of the 20th century that Rudyard Kipling, a celebrated author himself, coined a phrase for the devoted Austen fan: the "Janeite." Around this time, a number of publishers capitalized on the growing demand for Austen's work by producing beautifully illustrated collectible editions of her titles. With fanciful artwork by prolific English illustrator Charles E. Brock, this 1922 edition of Austen's Mansfield Park not only provides a fresh take on the 1814 classic, but also provides a glimpse into early 20th-century illustration trends with Brock's whimsical Art Nouveau-inspired portrayals of the novel's scenes.