Jane Eyre

By Charlotte Brontë

Jane Eyre follows the journey of Jane, an orphan navigating the many challenges of her life. As a young girl, she endures mistreatment from her aunt and cousins, leading to her eventual departure to Lowood School. At Lowood, she forms a meaningful friendship with Helen Burns, whose forgiving nature profoundly influences her. After years at Lowood, first as a student and then as a teacher, Jane becomes restless and takes a position as a governess at Thornfield Hall. There, she develops a complex and restrained affection for Mr. Rochester. As their relationship unfolds, Jane faces significant trials that test her resilience, ultimately leading her to discover new strength, reconnect with her family, and revisit her past with a renewed perspective.

Jane is a character defined by her dignity, heart and unwavering principles. Her passionate nature, tempered with steadfast integrity, forms a resilience and shapes her character as she navigates life’s many challenges, making her an enduring and inspiring literary heroine.