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London: Egerton, 1814. First. hardcover. Very good.. Three volumes, 12 mo. A very good first edition in three volumes of Austen's third published novel. Handsome leather binding, not original boards. Written between 1811 and 1813, Mansfield Park was the first of her works conceived and wholly written at Chawton. Published in May 1814 in an edition of around 1250 copies, the first edition was quickly sold out in a matter of months. The sale of the book was on a commission basis, with Austen retaining the copyright. A first edition set in original boards sold at Christie's in September, 2021, for $275,000.

Fanny Price is sent to live with wealthy relatives at Mansfield Park, where she navigates the complexities of society and finds love.

First editions of 'Mansfield Park' were published by Thomas Egerton in three volumes without illustrations. Identifying genuine first editions can include checking for the publisher's imprint and any historical publisher advertisements at the end of the text.