About the Book: Jane Eyre
A gothic masterpiece of tempestuous passions and dark secrets, Charlotte
Brontes Jane Eyre is edited with an introduction and notes by Stevie Davis in
Penguin Classics. Charlotte Bronte tells the story of orphaned Jane Eyre, who
grows up in the home of her heartless aunt, enduring loneliness and cruelty.
This troubled childhood strengthens Janes natural independence and spirit-which
prove necessary when she finds employment as a governess to the young ward of
Byronic, brooding Mr Rochester. As her feelings for Rochester develop, Jane
gradually uncovers Thornfield Halls terrible secret, forcing her to make a
choice. Should she stay with Rochester and