Josie Billington , Jolyon Connell (Editor), Katie Sanderson (Editor),
The Connell Guide to Charlotte Bronte's Jane Eyre (Advanced study text guide)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781907776175
- author:
- Josie Billington , Jolyon Connell (Editor), Katie Sanderson (Editor),
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Connell Guides
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 136
- Dimensions:
- 11 x 1 x 17.2 cm
- Genre:
- Poetry, Drama & Criticism, History & Criticism,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
First published in 1847, Jane Eyre remains a powerful and enduring novel that continues to appeal to readers with its timeless themes and strong-willed heroine.
The book's initial reception was marked by controversy, with many reviewers condemning its perceived impropriety and moral laxity. However, Dr. Josie Billington argues that this novel is not just a product of its time, but a work of great intellectual seriousness, moral integrity, and depth of feeling.
Through her analysis, Billington reveals the passion and rebellious spirit that drove Charlotte Brontë to write such a groundbreaking and influential work. This book offers a compelling exploration of the novel's enduring appeal and its continued relevance today.