Jane Eyre
Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte, published by Random House Publishing Group on November 14, 2000, is a revised edition featuring 752 pages in English. Originally released in 1847 under the pseudonym Currer Bell, this novel quickly garnered attention for its innovative portrayal of a strong female protagonist. The story follows Jane Eyre, whose journey of self-discovery and moral integrity challenges the conventions of her time, making it a significant work in the literary canon.
Readers will find a rich narrative that combines elements of fiction and historical context, showcasing Brontë’s exploration of themes such as virtue and independence. The edition includes commentary from notable figures like G. K. Chesterton and Virginia Woolf, providing additional insights into the novel’s impact and relevance. This classic work continues to resonate with audiences, reflecting the complexities of human emotion and societal expectations.
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Introduction by Diane Johnson
Commentary by G. K. Chesterton, Virginia Woolf, Elizabeth Rigby, George Saintsbury, and Anthony Trollope
Nominated as one of America’s best-loved novels by PBS’s The Great American Read
Initially published under the pseudonym Currer Bell in 1847, Charlotte Brontë’s Jane Eyre erupted onto the English literary scene, immediately winning the devotion of many of the world’s most renowned writers, including William Makepeace Thackeray, who declared it a work “of great genius.” Widely regarded as a revolutionary novel, Brontë’s masterpiece introduced the world to a radical new type of heroine, one whose defiant virtue and moral courage departed sharply from the more acquiescent and malleable female characters of the day. Passionate, dramatic, and surprisingly modern, Jane Eyre endures as one of the world’s most beloved novels.
Includes a Modern Library Reading Group Guide
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