Why Sandra loves this book
In reading this novel again as an adult I was looking for an understanding of what this book provided me as an eleven year old girl. The answers were still there; safety & security, feeling seen, kinship, and perhaps the understanding of duty vs desire. Jane is fiercely independent, which is a trait I have long admired and was as a child determined to emulate. She is determined to find her way, following her personal beliefs and struggling to rise above the status of abused orphan she started from. Beyond all of these deep themes, the story is engaging and moves along quickly.
44 authors picked Jane Eyre as one of their favorite books, and they share why you should read it. This book is for kids age 13, 14, 15, and 16.
Introduction and Notes by Dr Sally Minogue, Canterbury Christ Church University College.
Jane Eyre ranks as one of the greatest and most perennially popular works of English fiction. Although the poor but plucky heroine is outwardly of plain appearance, she possesses an indomitable spirit, a sharp wit and great courage.
She is forced to battle against the exigencies of a cruel guardian, a harsh employer and a rigid social order. All of which circumscribe her life and position when she becomes governess to the daughter of the mysterious, sardonic and attractive Mr Rochester.
However, there is great kindness and warmth…
