Jane Eyre
Jane Eyre by Charlotte Brontë, published by Oxford University Press on April 17, 2008, is a classic novel that follows the life of an orphaned girl who faces adversity from her aunt and the oppressive environment of Lowood Institution. As she matures, Jane becomes a governess for Mr. Rochester’s daughter, leading to a complex relationship that challenges her passionate spirit and resilience. This edition, comprising 488 pages, presents a rich narrative that delves into themes of gender rights, servitude, and emotional turmoil.
Readers will find that this edition includes insights from Sally Shuttleworth, who examines the enduring relevance of Jane Eyre’s story, which has resonated for over 150 years. The text invites exploration of the intricate dynamics between the characters and the societal constraints they navigate. As part of the Oxford World’s Classics series, this volume offers a faithful representation of Brontë’s work, enhanced by scholarly features such as expert introductions and notes that provide context and clarity for contemporary readers.
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‘Such a strange book! Imagine a novel with a little swarthy governess for heroine, and a middle-aged ruffian for hero.’ Sharpe’s London Magazine (June 1855) Jane Eyre is an orphan grown up under the harsh regime first of her aunt and then as a pupil at Lowood Institution. She leaves to become a governess to the daughter of the mysterious Mr Rochester; gradually their relationship deepens, but Jane’s passionate nature has yet to endure its deepest blows. In this new edition Sally Shuttleworth explores the power of a narrative that questions the rights of women, the nature of servitude and madness, martyrdom and rebellion in a story whose emotional charge is a strong today as it was more than 150 years ago. ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World’s Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford’s commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.
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