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Jane Eyre is an extraordinary orphan girl who is treated horribly by her aunt Mrs. Reed and her children. She is sent away to a girl’s boarding school called Lowood. She studies there for a total of six years and graduates to teach at the same school for two years. After two years of teaching, she leaves Lowood to go looking for another job, at 19. She meets Mrs. Fairfax who decides to give her the job as a governess at Thornfield Hall. She eventually falls in love with Mr. Rochester, the master of Thornfield. She is happy being a governess to Adele and being in love with Mr. Rochester. Mr. ...

Miss Mabel Wilcox, the owner of a newly opened girl's boarding school, meets the wealthy Mr. Conway Fitzgibbon, who drops off his frail daughter to be educated there. When background checks are made, it is discovered that no well-to-do family by the name of Fitzgibbon exists! Supposed Matilda Fitzgibbon is a pseudo-heiress - a fake! What is Miss Wilcox to do?Published posthumously and prefaced by Charlotte Brontë's editor, W. M. Thackeray, these two chapters are the only existing fragments of Emma, the novel Brontë worked on until her untimely death. Since then, it has been "completed" twice...

After an unspecified family disaster, protagonist Lucy Snowe travels to the fictional city of Villette to teach at an all-girls school where she is unwillingly pulled into both adventure and romance. Summary by Wikipedia Cast list: Narrator: Mary J Lucy Snowe: Elizabeth Barr Graham/Dr. John: Robert Dixon Monsieur Paul: Herman Roskams Madame Beck: Elizabeth Klett Polly/Paulina: Amanda Friday Mrs. Bretton: Michele Eaton Ginevra Fanshawe: Libby Gohn Mr. Home/Bassompierre: tovarisch Rosine [the portress]: Leanne Mademoiselle St. Pierre [a teacher]: Kristin Gjerløw Isabelle [a student]: Arie Pere ...

Primarily of the bildungsroman genre, Jane Eyre follows the emotions and experiences of eponymous Jane Eyre, her growth to adulthood, and her love for Mr. Rochester, the byronic master of Thornfield Hall. (Summary by Wikipedia)CastNarrator/Charlotte Bronte/Louisa Eshton: Eden Rea-HedrickJane Eyre: Elizabeth BarrYoung Jane/Mrs. Dent/Bread Shop Woman: Arielle LipshawMrs. Reed: KristingjJohn Reed/Mr. Lloyd/Robert/John/Mr. Mason: Jared HessEliza Reed: ThisbeGeorgiana Reed: Diana MajlingerBessie: Verity KendallAbbot: Julia NiedermaierSarah/Helen Burns: April GonzalesFirst Class Lowood Girl/Hannah: ...

The Bronte sisters, most famous for their novels, began their career with a slim volume of poetry, published under pseudonyms. It only sold two volumes, but inspired much interest in the identities of the unknown poets. This is a recording of the more successful 1850 edition, which includes additional poems by Emily and Anne which Charlotte collected after their deaths. (Summary by Libby Gohn)

Poems by Currer, Ellis and Acton Bell was a volume of poetry published jointly by the three Bronte sisters, Charlotte, Emily and Anne in 1846, and their first work to ever go in print. To evade contemporary prejudice against female writers, the Bronte sisters adopted androgynous first names. Marked by profound sentiments, gravity and melodious harmony, the poems are strewn on the fields of soulful love, rueful reminiscence and the immortal yearnings of a Christian soul, and represent a fragrant assemblage of noetic flowers from the glebes of olden England. For those not familiar with the ...

In this captivating rendition of Charlotte Brontës timeless classic, Jane Eyre, we follow the resilient journey of an orphan who endures hardship and mistreatment to find her place as a governess at the enigmatic Thornfield Hall. There, she discovers a deep connection with her employer, the brooding Mr. Rochester, whose hidden past poses a grave threat to their potential happiness. Join us as we delve into a tale of love, mystery, and personal growth. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)

Jane Eyre is the story of a young woman who grows up with almost nothing except her own determination, sense of fairness, and desire for dignity. Orphaned as a child and raised in a household where she is unwanted, Jane is sent to a harsh school that teaches her early the realities of struggle, loneliness, and endurance.

Charlotte Brontë (21 April 1816 - 31 March 1855) was a British novelist, the eldest of the three famous Brontë sisters whose novels have become standards of English literature. Charlotte Brontë, who used the pen name Currer Bell, is best known for Jane Eyre, one of the most famous of English novels. This audiobook collects together ten of her best works of poetry, first published in the collection 'Poems by Currer, Ellis and Acton Bell' in 1846.

Catherine McCormack, Joseph Fiennes, and Harriet Walter star in this BBC Radio 4 adaptation of Charlotte Bronte's last and most remarkable novel. Passion and perception run through this fascinating study of loneliness, love, and ultimate triumph over adversity.

Dueña de un singular temperamento desde su complicada infancia de huérfana, primero a cargo de una tía poco cariñosa y después en la escuela Lowood, Jane Eyre logra el puesto de institutriz en Thornfield Hall para educar a la hija de su atrabiliario y peculiar dueño, el señor Rochester.

Caroline Helstone cannot believe that the bright and funny Shirley wants to be her friend. Heartbroken and not knowing what to do with her life, Caroline's friendship with the young woman is just what she needs. But unrest is brewing in the village. It is a very dangerous time to be a mill owner.

Plain and poor, Jane Eyre has always been treated unkindly. Her aunt and cousins despise her, and her school is cruel. One day, Jane sets out on her own to be a governess at Thornfield. Here Jane meets Mr. Rochester, the serious master of the house. And there is a strange, eerie laughter coming from the attic...

In Villette, we follow the journey of Lucy Snowe, a quiet, self-sufficient, and intelligent 23-year-old woman who, despite being described by Miss Ginevra Fanshawe as lacking in attractive accomplishments or beauty, possesses a rich inner life filled with strong feelings for those she cherishes. With no living relatives and a reserved demeanor, Lucy navigates her feelings for the spirited Ginevra with a blend of bluntness and sincerity. As a steadfast Protestant, she boldly critiques Roman Catholicism, declaring, God is not with Rome. The story unfolds in the serene English countryside before ...

Set against the backdrop of early 19th-century England, Charlotte Brontës second novel, Shirley, immerses readers in a time of profound political and social transformation, marked by the Industrial Revolution and the Napoleonic Wars. At its heart, this captivating tale explores themes of romance and the shifting values of a changing world. The narrative follows the intertwined lives of two couples the Moore brothers, Louis and Robert, along with Caroline Helstone and Shirley Keeldar, as they navigate their struggles and triumphs. The evocative final scenes encapsulate the essence of this era,...

Shirley is a captivating social novel published in 1849 by the renowned English author Charlotte Brontë. Following her acclaimed debut, Jane Eyre, this novel delves into the lives of its characters set against the tumultuous backdrop of Yorkshire during the industrial depression of 1811–1812. As the Luddite uprisings shake the textile industry, Brontë weaves a rich narrative that explores themes of class struggle, gender roles, and resilience. (Summary by Wikipedia)This show includes AI-generated content.

Join us as we delve into the captivating journey of William Crimsworth, a young man navigating the complexities of love, ambition, and personal growth. Follow his transformation as he embarks on a fulfilling career as a professor at an all-girls school, exploring the challenges and triumphs along the way. (Summary from Wikipedia, adapted by Stav Nisser)This show includes AI-generated content.

Due tormentate storie d'amore dall'indimenticabile autrice di Jane Eyre, sullo sfondo dell'Inghilterra ottocentesca. Questa raccolta contiene Shirley e Il professore, due capolavori di Charlotte Brontë, che coniugano relazioni appassionanti e poco convenzionali al vivido affresco della società del tempo. Charlotte Brontë (1816-1855) nasce a Thornton, figlia di un pastore protestante e di un'insegnante. È la terzogenita di sei figli: le due sorelle minori Emily ed Anne saranno a loro volta scrittrici (autrici, rispettivamente, di Cime tempestose e Agnes Grey).

The Professor is Charlotte Brontës first novel. Our protagonist is William Crimsworth and, like Jane Eyre, he is parentless; like Lucy Snowe in Villette he leaves the familiar surroundings of England to forge a life in Brussels. Brontë explores the relationship between power and sexual desire through William's first person narration.

The Ultimate Classics Collection: Volume Two is the second instalment of our wide-ranging classic collections. Volume Two features 13 essential classic novels from Jane Austen; Edith Wharton; Leo Tolstoy; D.H. Lawrence, and many more, alongside selected poetry from Christina Rossetti; Elizabeth Browning; and Emily Dickinson. Read by a cast of incredible narrators including Joanne Froggatt, Adjoa Andoh, Jonathan Keeble, and many more, this is your new go-to collection to catch up on those classics you've always wanted to hear.