Mansfield Park, Chapter 41 summary
Chapter 41 of 48 · 12 min to read the chapter
In Chapter 41, Mr. Crawford visits Fanny in Portsmouth, treats her family considerately, and describes work on his estate that wins her approval. Although she finds him improved and enjoys their conversation about Mansfield, his courtship still troubles her, while news of Edmund Bertram strengthens her belief that he and Mary are coming to an understanding.
What happens
- Fanny worries about Edmund’s silence until Mr. Crawford arrives and reports that Edmund is in London and dining with the Frasers.
- Mrs. Price welcomes Crawford warmly and agrees that he should accompany Fanny and Susan on their errands.
- They meet Mr. Price, whose unexpectedly respectful behavior relieves Fanny, and all proceed to the dockyard.
- Crawford describes helping his Norfolk tenants, pleasing Fanny until he hints at making her his partner in charitable work.
- Conversation about Mansfield delights Fanny, but Crawford’s suggestions about their future and Edmund’s attachment leave her uncomfortable.
- Crawford confirms that he comes only to see Fanny, then declines her father’s dinner invitation, greatly relieving her.
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What to notice
Fanny revises her judgment of Crawford’s character without accepting him as a suitable husband. Approval of his actions does not remove her resistance.
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Why does Crawford say he comes to Portsmouth?
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