Jane Eyre

Brief Overview

«Jane Eyre» is a novel by English writer Charlotte Brontë, first published in 1847. It tells the story of Jane Eyre's life, beginning with her challenging childhood spent with a foster family where she faced moral and physical oppression. After receiving an education at a charity school for girls, Jane becomes a governess at Thornfield Hall, where she falls in love with its owner, Edward Rochester. However, as she approaches happiness, Jane discovers Rochester's secret, leading to a series of trials and moral dilemmas. The novel explores themes of female individuality, social criticism, moral development, and the pursuit of equality and justice.