Jane Eyre An Authoritative Text, Contexts, Criticism
“Jane Eyre An Authoritative Text, Contexts, Criticism” by Charlotte Brontë is a comprehensive edition published by W. W. Norton in 2016, featuring 544 pages in English. This authoritative text presents the 1848 third edition, the last version corrected by Brontë herself, and follows the journey of Jane Eyre as she navigates her role as governess and love interest of Mr. Rochester at Thornfield Hall. The edition includes explanatory footnotes and an introduction that delves into the novel’s influences and publication history.
Readers will find a rich exploration of the novel’s themes, supported by a collection of contextual materials. The “Contexts” section features excerpts from Brontë’s early writings and personal diaries, alongside letters to significant figures in her life. The “Criticism” section includes analyses from notable scholars such as Virginia Woolf and Sandra Gilbert, examining the intricate themes of family life, marriage, and the coming-of-age experience. This edition also contains a chronology and an updated selected bibliography, providing a thorough framework for understanding Brontë’s work and its lasting impact.
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“Jane Eyre follows the titular character as she makes her way through Thornfield Hall as the governess and love interest of Mr. Rochester. The text reprinted in this new edition is that of the 1848 third edition text–the last text corrected by Charlotte Brontë. The text is accompanied by explanatory footnotes and an introduction that explores the influences of the novel and its journey to publication. ‘Contexts’ includes excerpts from Charlotte’s early writings and diaries from her time as a governess and beyond. There are many letters to Emily Brontë, Ellen Nussey, W.S. Williams, and Sonstantin Heger, all of which are supported by excerpts from Elizabeth Gaskell’s autobiography of Charlotte Brontë. ‘Criticism’ examines the many themes woven into the novel with work by Virginia Woolf, Sandra Gilbert, Susan Meyer, Carla Kaplan, and Kelly A. Marsh. A Chronology and updated Selected Bibliography are also included”–
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