Jane Eyre is the story of a small, plain-faced, intelligent, and passionate English orphan. Jane is abused by her aunt and cousin and then attends a harsh charity school. Through it all she remains strong and determinedly refuses to allow a cruel world to crush her independence or her strength of will. A masterful story of a woman’s quest for freedom and love. Jane Eyre is partly … autobiographical, and Charlotte Bronte filled it with social criticism and sinister Gothic elements. A must read for anyone wishing to celebrate the indomitable strength of will or encourage it in their growing children.
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It is one of those beguiling books that never leaves one. Rochester is a quintessential leading romantic figure. Carrying a dark past, he is a brooding cynic who develops a deep fascination for the plain Jane Eyre. He falls for her depth of character and intelligence. She is a gentle, but strong character who has suffered much in her earlier life. …
Jane Eyre Jane Eyre was written by Charlotte Bronte and published in 1847 – exactly 150 years ago – and it is still a terrific read – and a read that has contemporary relevance. It reminds women to stand up of themselves, and in this celebrity age so full of beautiful, rich people – it reminds us that those are not the usual attributes that …
I’ve been listening to some classics lately. I enjoyed this book. I’m glad I read it as an adult. High school and college kids just don’t have the life experience to appreciate it.
Jane is an orphan who is sent to a charity boarding school and later becomes the governess for the imposing Mr. Rochester. A marvel for its time because she …
Still one of the very greatest works in the English language. An epic tale of romance, longing, gothic mystery, fascinating side-characters, and a masterpiece of story-telling.
I have read Jane Eyre many times, starting at age 16. No matter how many times I reread the book at whatever age I am, it enriches my life. One of my favorite books of all time!
This is my all time favorite book. It has everything in it. Drama, romance, and comedy. It has some surprises in it that you do not expect in it. If you have not read it and love a good romance set in old time then you need to read this book.
This is my all time favorite book. I’ve read it and re-read it so many times.
awesome book
Jane is the 19th century feminist who opened up a literary world for me. She spoke to my introversion and inner activist and gave me a world where I would fall in love over and over.
This is tied for my favorite book of all time!
Very encouraging, love is really strong
Have read this novel 20+ times.
Loved it
My all-time favorite book!
Love this book.
A classic gothic novel of pain and sorrow and ultimate redemption. I’ve read it many times and cried and smiled each time.
Great story that will never grow old. I have read it several times.
Honestly, I’ve read this book at least a dozen times. Jane overcoming adversity, her strength and love for Mr. Rochester are compelling. Every few years, I re-read this book.
Although I love this book, none of the above choices adequately describes it. To me, it is original and well-written.
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