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Jane Eyre: A Review

I began the semester quite unaware of the story of "Jane Eyre." I had heard of it prior, but payed little heed. To mee it twas of little interest. When I was informed we would be reading Charolette Bronte's masterpiece, I didn't shrug or sigh, I was curious what kind of tale we would forgo. Upon reading Bronte's story, I must say it has impacted and influenced me. The issues contained within this novel range from class, rights, injustice, theology, and ever issue under the sun. While there is not a lack of controversy, Jane Eyre provides a lense to look upon the society of the time. Most religious insitutions were mere prisions meant to shape the behaviors of young women. Propriety is the practice of society, to behave in any conduct no befitting is looked upon with disdain. Abuse is overlooked, especially in regards to children. Love is nearly lost on the tip of avarice and servanthood.

Jane is perhaps one of the most complex characters ever written. Even rivaling Jane Austen's Elizabeth Bennet. I found that each character contributed something amusing, appaling, or intriguing. Not one pawn, bishop, king, queen, or rook was idle or poorly used to convey a narrative that shall stick with me to the day I flee these lands and dwell in heaven. I could dissect the work further, examining, analyizing Jane's early life, he Governess days, and the climax that should alone have recieved Pultizer Prize. I shall be discret and not spoil the secrets that lie within this masterful work. I will say that I believe myself to be most like Jane and her beloved Edward Rochester. In regards to theology I most agree with Helen Burns, except in regards to the passive disposition.

In conclusion, Jane Eyre is must read for any true coniesur of literature. It is a work that shall endure like Shakespeare. It deserves our attention, reflection, and affection. It is full of emotion, abolition, and satisifcation. Each location a beacon, a enlightening ray that will challenging your thinking or further cultivate your former opinions. The best advice I can beqeauth when you read is to let is wash over you, let Jane in, and experiance the events as if they were your own. Do not be stoic or quick to judge, read on before formulating your opinion of this brillant book. I believe in the end, you shall cherish it as I do.

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  1. The PendletonsMay 23, 2011 at 12:41 PM

    Well, I am a coniesur of literature...so I suppose I must read it. :)
    I intend to go to town this Thursday...and I shall make the greatest effor to go by my fav. store (B&N) and purchase this novel!
    You have made me want it sooo bad! And your advice on books has, thus far, been wonderful. :)
    Thank thee for this review...well written as always!!!
    Dame Anna

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