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63) Mansfield Park
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English
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The romantic, and often hysterical, novel by Jane Austen is uniquely adapted for modern audiences with an irresistible cast. When a spirited young woman is sent away to live on the great country estate of her rich cousins, she's meant to learn the ways of proper society, but she also enlightens them with a wit and sparkle all her own.
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This stunning book presents the intriguing stories and celebrated histories of some of the leading families of Great Britain and Ireland and the opulent residences that have defined their heritages. The history of England is inextricably linked with the stories of its leading aristocratic dynasties and the great seats they have occupied for centuries. As the current owners speak of the critical roles their ancestors have played in the nation, they...
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English
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This film focuses on Althorp, the ancestral home of the Spencer family since the 16th century. The interior of the house is generally considered its strongest asset as the Spencer family has assembled an impressive collection of portrait art including several pieces painted by the Flemish master Anthony van Dyck. Diana, Princess of Wales, is buried on the estate.