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Author: Charlotte Brontë
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Jane Eyre (Penguin Classics) Description
Binding: Paperback
Dewey Decimal Number: 823.8
EAN: 9780141441146
ISBN: 0141441143
Label: Penguin Classics
Manufacturer: Penguin Classics
Number Of Items: 1
Book Pages: 624
Publication Date: 2006-08-15
Publisher: Penguin Classics
Studio: Penguin Classics
Dewey Decimal Number: 823.8
EAN: 9780141441146
ISBN: 0141441143
Label: Penguin Classics
Manufacturer: Penguin Classics
Number Of Items: 1
Book Pages: 624
Publication Date: 2006-08-15
Publisher: Penguin Classics
Studio: Penguin Classics
Editorial Review of Jane Eyre (Penguin Classics)
A new edition of one of Penguin’s top ten Classics—the novel that has been “teaching true strength of character for generations”
(The Guardian)
A novel of intense power and intrigue, Jane Eyre has dazzled generations of readers with its depiction of a woman’s quest for freedom. This updated edition features a new introduction discussing the novel’s political and magical dimensions.
(The Guardian)
A novel of intense power and intrigue, Jane Eyre has dazzled generations of readers with its depiction of a woman’s quest for freedom. This updated edition features a new introduction discussing the novel’s political and magical dimensions.
Having grown up an orphan in the home of her cruel aunt and at a harsh charity school, Jane Eyre becomes an independent and spirited survivor—qualities that serve her well as governess at Thornfield Hall. But when she finds love with her sardonic employer, Rochester, the discovery of his terrible secret forces her to make a choice. Should she stay with him whatever the consequences or follow her convictions, even if it means leaving her beloved?
Customer Reviews of Jane Eyre (Penguin Classics)
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Review Summary: Story of Fire and Ice
Review: Jane Eyre is a story about passion and love and basically finding oneself. I didn't necessarily like or dislike it, but there were parts of it that I liked and disliked. I thought that Jane was a powerful character who was striving to find happiness in a world made of compromised beliefs and manipulative people. She was faced with many obstacles and decisions that would probably decipher the rest of her life, whether it came to leaving places she could call home or people she could call family she always had to do what she thought was best for her, even if it meant being faced with a situation she did not exactly want to be in.
I found that this book can be related to Robert Frost's poem called `Fire and Ice'. A lot of the characters depicted cold and hot characteristics and if you personify his poem, out of it you can retrieve that some people have hot, or passionate personalities, and that some people have cold, or disrupting personalities. He relates fire to desire, or a burning passion such as what Jane had for Rochester and vice versa, and he relates ice to destruction since it can have just as big of an effect as fire can.
I liked the fact that she was such a strong character who, even though she seemed to have a cold shield surrounding her, you could sense her passion for life and love and beliefs. In every book there are situations or things that happen hat you don't particularly like or agree with, and there were many instances in the book that I did not necessarily like, but then something would turn around and something good would happen and it will keep you interested. I would definitely recommend reading this compelling novel.
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Review Summary: Jane Eyre
Review: Sublime. One of the best books I've ever read. The voice of Jane is powerful
and the plot is intriquing. A very bold adventure for the author given the times she lived in - exploring themes of freedom of choice of a husband, career options for women, women's rights etc. Very absorbing and thoroughly entertaining. Five stars.
Customer Rating:
Review Summary: Better than I expected
Review: This novel was quite a bit better than I expected. I usually prefer adventures ("manly" literature) but quite frankly, this book didn't disappoint me. I don't give it 5 stars for the convoluted way that Jane and Rochester get back together. The "I heard your voice in the wind" stuff is a little hard to swallow. (Sorry if that was a spoiler! Still read the book because there are some true heart-pounding moments!) Jane Eyre was actually quite enjoyable to read and I'm glad that I took the time to read it. I like her character: She's not beautiful, but she's a solid and determined woman and I like that her inner beauty overcomes her physical plainness. She's a role model for young girls! She overcomes adversity with strength and determination and has an accurate moral compass. She follows her inner voice and she's rewarded for it. Great female literary character of the 19th century!
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Review Summary: Charlotte Bronte's "Jane Eyre" is a beloved novel of a governess's life and love
Review: Jane Eyre was authored by the inimitable Charlotte Bronte of the Yorkshire writing Brontes of Haworth Parsonage. The novel was written under the pen name "Currer Bell" in fears that it might be thought to have been by a woman. Bronte dedicated the book to one of her literary heroes William Makepeace Thackery whom she met on a London trip. Little did Charotte know that Thackery had to deal with a wife gone mad as had Rochester in her novel!
Jane Eyre suffers through a miserable childhood. She is raised by a cruel aunt Mrs. Reed after the death of her parents. Jane is sent to the odious Lowood Academy where she lives for eight years from age 10 to 18.
At Lowood, Janes befriends the older girl Helen Burns. Helen dies at an early age; Jane remains at Lowood. Miss Eyre eventually becomes a teacher at the school as she has learned French, sewing and social skills.
Jane departs Lowood to become the governess of Adele the illegitimate daughter of Mr. Rochester. Rochester is a Byronic figure who has a madwife named Blanche living in the third story of his estate Thornfield. Jane leaves Rochester at the wedding altar when it is discovered he has a living wife. Jane flees to a home of evangelic Christians where she is courted by the future missonary Mr. St.
John. He rejects the wealthy Rosamund Oliver for Jane. Jane, however, loves Rochester. In a dramatic ending the little Miss Eyre is reunited with her lover and weds Rochester. Jane comforts Rochester who has become blind and maimed due to the burning down of Thornfield. The fire had been set by his mad wife Blanche who leaped off the roof of the building. Daphne Du Maurier would use a similar ending of her novel "Rebecca."
The name "Jane Eyre" can be interpreted in many ways. Jane was the middle name of Charlotte's sister Emily. Eyre may refer to her desire to fly freely in the independent air of personal freedom. Eyre also hints at the fact that Jane is an heiress. Jane also "errs" in some of her decisions as she makes her pilgrim's progress through northern England. The book is a Cinderella story in which a poor and plain young woman wins her lover. The dialogue is sharp, witty and the scene is populated by interesting rural servants and domestic animals such as the dog Pilot.
The book contains elements of Gothic terror, romance and a defense of the rights of women. Bronte is often taught in courses on Feminism. Charlotte Bronte writing in the first person uses a rich language drawing on Biblical, Classical and Shakespearean language and metaphor. Bronte knew how to tell a good story for her life was similar to that of Jane Eyre. Bronte saw many of her sibling die young and lived in genteel poverty as a governess and teacher.
Jane Eyre is an immortal classic which will continue to be read and enjoyed by future generations. It is the kind of book which will hook you on reading. Excellent and deserving of several rereadings. The Penguin edition has a large section of notes explaining Victorian customs and the literary allusions.
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Review Summary: a timeless story
Review: In our current culture filled with technical language, slang, and gross misuse of the English language, Jane Eyre is a refreshing and brilliant view into 19th century England and pure unadultered English. It is a scintillating story told from a feminist perspective at the time, yet it is completely applicable to the 21st century. It should be required reading for all women, young and old, urban and rural, single and married. A delightful read.
Review Summary: Story of Fire and Ice
Review: Jane Eyre is a story about passion and love and basically finding oneself. I didn't necessarily like or dislike it, but there were parts of it that I liked and disliked. I thought that Jane was a powerful character who was striving to find happiness in a world made of compromised beliefs and manipulative people. She was faced with many obstacles and decisions that would probably decipher the rest of her life, whether it came to leaving places she could call home or people she could call family she always had to do what she thought was best for her, even if it meant being faced with a situation she did not exactly want to be in.
I found that this book can be related to Robert Frost's poem called `Fire and Ice'. A lot of the characters depicted cold and hot characteristics and if you personify his poem, out of it you can retrieve that some people have hot, or passionate personalities, and that some people have cold, or disrupting personalities. He relates fire to desire, or a burning passion such as what Jane had for Rochester and vice versa, and he relates ice to destruction since it can have just as big of an effect as fire can.
I liked the fact that she was such a strong character who, even though she seemed to have a cold shield surrounding her, you could sense her passion for life and love and beliefs. In every book there are situations or things that happen hat you don't particularly like or agree with, and there were many instances in the book that I did not necessarily like, but then something would turn around and something good would happen and it will keep you interested. I would definitely recommend reading this compelling novel.
Customer Rating:
Review Summary: Jane Eyre
Review: Sublime. One of the best books I've ever read. The voice of Jane is powerful
and the plot is intriquing. A very bold adventure for the author given the times she lived in - exploring themes of freedom of choice of a husband, career options for women, women's rights etc. Very absorbing and thoroughly entertaining. Five stars.
Customer Rating:
Review Summary: Better than I expected
Review: This novel was quite a bit better than I expected. I usually prefer adventures ("manly" literature) but quite frankly, this book didn't disappoint me. I don't give it 5 stars for the convoluted way that Jane and Rochester get back together. The "I heard your voice in the wind" stuff is a little hard to swallow. (Sorry if that was a spoiler! Still read the book because there are some true heart-pounding moments!) Jane Eyre was actually quite enjoyable to read and I'm glad that I took the time to read it. I like her character: She's not beautiful, but she's a solid and determined woman and I like that her inner beauty overcomes her physical plainness. She's a role model for young girls! She overcomes adversity with strength and determination and has an accurate moral compass. She follows her inner voice and she's rewarded for it. Great female literary character of the 19th century!
Customer Rating:
Review Summary: Charlotte Bronte's "Jane Eyre" is a beloved novel of a governess's life and love
Review: Jane Eyre was authored by the inimitable Charlotte Bronte of the Yorkshire writing Brontes of Haworth Parsonage. The novel was written under the pen name "Currer Bell" in fears that it might be thought to have been by a woman. Bronte dedicated the book to one of her literary heroes William Makepeace Thackery whom she met on a London trip. Little did Charotte know that Thackery had to deal with a wife gone mad as had Rochester in her novel!
Jane Eyre suffers through a miserable childhood. She is raised by a cruel aunt Mrs. Reed after the death of her parents. Jane is sent to the odious Lowood Academy where she lives for eight years from age 10 to 18.
At Lowood, Janes befriends the older girl Helen Burns. Helen dies at an early age; Jane remains at Lowood. Miss Eyre eventually becomes a teacher at the school as she has learned French, sewing and social skills.
Jane departs Lowood to become the governess of Adele the illegitimate daughter of Mr. Rochester. Rochester is a Byronic figure who has a madwife named Blanche living in the third story of his estate Thornfield. Jane leaves Rochester at the wedding altar when it is discovered he has a living wife. Jane flees to a home of evangelic Christians where she is courted by the future missonary Mr. St.
John. He rejects the wealthy Rosamund Oliver for Jane. Jane, however, loves Rochester. In a dramatic ending the little Miss Eyre is reunited with her lover and weds Rochester. Jane comforts Rochester who has become blind and maimed due to the burning down of Thornfield. The fire had been set by his mad wife Blanche who leaped off the roof of the building. Daphne Du Maurier would use a similar ending of her novel "Rebecca."
The name "Jane Eyre" can be interpreted in many ways. Jane was the middle name of Charlotte's sister Emily. Eyre may refer to her desire to fly freely in the independent air of personal freedom. Eyre also hints at the fact that Jane is an heiress. Jane also "errs" in some of her decisions as she makes her pilgrim's progress through northern England. The book is a Cinderella story in which a poor and plain young woman wins her lover. The dialogue is sharp, witty and the scene is populated by interesting rural servants and domestic animals such as the dog Pilot.
The book contains elements of Gothic terror, romance and a defense of the rights of women. Bronte is often taught in courses on Feminism. Charlotte Bronte writing in the first person uses a rich language drawing on Biblical, Classical and Shakespearean language and metaphor. Bronte knew how to tell a good story for her life was similar to that of Jane Eyre. Bronte saw many of her sibling die young and lived in genteel poverty as a governess and teacher.
Jane Eyre is an immortal classic which will continue to be read and enjoyed by future generations. It is the kind of book which will hook you on reading. Excellent and deserving of several rereadings. The Penguin edition has a large section of notes explaining Victorian customs and the literary allusions.
Customer Rating:
Review Summary: a timeless story
Review: In our current culture filled with technical language, slang, and gross misuse of the English language, Jane Eyre is a refreshing and brilliant view into 19th century England and pure unadultered English. It is a scintillating story told from a feminist perspective at the time, yet it is completely applicable to the 21st century. It should be required reading for all women, young and old, urban and rural, single and married. A delightful read.