Description
An orphaned girl of humble origins transforms her life through courage and moral conviction in this groundbreaking novel of passion and independence. Mistreated and cast aside by those who should have cared for her, Jane Eyre refuses to accept a diminished place in society, eventually finding her way to Thornfield Hall as a governess where she encounters the enigmatic Mr. Rochester. As their relationship deepens, Jane must navigate the treacherous terrain between love and self-respect, discovering that true belonging requires unwavering integrity. Charlotte Brontë's masterful narrative captures a heroine who defies the constraints of her era, asserting her right to agency and authentic connection in a world determined to limit her possibilities. This timeless classic remains a powerful exploration of female autonomy, social class, and the transformative power of love that refuses to compromise principle for security.
Available Editions
paperback
Penguin Books
Published Jan 1, 2003
532 pages
ISBN: 9780142437209
paperback
Penguin Classics
Published Aug 15, 2006
578 pages
ISBN: 9780141441146
paperback
Penguin English Library
Published May 29, 2012
560 pages
ISBN: 9780141198859
paperback
AST
Published Jan 1, 2005
478 pages
ISBN: 5170298137
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First Published
1847
Language
eng
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Content and trigger warnings for Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë.