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By Alyssa Book

Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte

Since Charlotte Bronte created a heroine out of an orphan girl, Jane Eyre, her classic novel has had readers imagining what the characters would look like and act in our present world. When I was reading the novel, I kept relating the characters to people in my every day life, just so I could try to see what these characters looked like. I love when I read a book and then it becomes a movie because then it allows me to relive the excitement i got when I first experienced the print version.

Its fresh and exciting to see how the actors and actresses compare to the figures your own imagination had created. So naturally, I was enthusiastic when learning Mia Wasikowska was going to take the lead role of Jane Eyre in the 2011 feature film. She was Alice in the Tim Burton adaption of Alice in Wonderland. Unknown to me, Jane Eyre has actually been adapted 18 times to feature versions and 9 telefilm versions.

In 2011 though, a team behind this newest adaption was driven to reach a world wide audience to bring new light to the novel while still honoring its timeless value. The reason this novel continues to gain hype is the continuous influence and inspirations it brings to generations and generations of student readers.

The movie started out exactly how I thought it would. Directly before the climax of the novel. Within 5 minutes, the film transitioned to a flashback to that told the life of Jane and how she came to the destitute place she is now.

The film continued in a flashback until it reached the point that was the opening scene. The movie stayed true to the novel and kept the suspense in balance with the romance throughout the movie.

I thought the movie was very tastefully done and keep me interested from start to finish. I thought the director did a great job shooting and the film’s perspective actually reminded me of a Tim Burton film.

I would suggest to read the novel before seeing the movie in order to take in the emotion of the characters more than just trying to understand the flashback to present day comparison. It would simplify things drastically.

Jane Eyre is a film I would suggest seeing if you enjoy classic films. Pride and Prejudice movie fans will really enjoy the adaptation of Jane Eyre. I hope others enjoy it as much as I did!

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Classic tale brings modern enthusiasm

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By Alyssa Book

Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte

Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte is a novel that stands the test of time. First published in London in 1847, Jane Eyre is still printed and read world wide. This classic was written before its time and addresses issues about gender relations, marriage, and independence.

I was presented with a choice concerning a novel to read for my English class, and old classical books did not sound too appealing at first. When I came across the description of this book, the talks of insane women and a protagonist overcoming adversity was enough for me to pick it up and start reading.

The plot centers on a young girl who was raised as an orphan. Jane is described as an opinionated and unapologetic character. These traits were very uncommon in London during her time period, but it brings a comical and inspirational side to the complicated story of a girl finding herself in a society that seems to reject her.When she becomes a governess, she falls in love with a man whose secrets lie deep within the mansion of Thornfield Estate.

Not only does the book relvole around two characters of different social classes falling in love, it also talks about the rules of society in a strict time period.

The novel created one of the most famous heroines, Jane Eyre, and brings up issues concerning women and independence. These topics still fascinate generations spanning the 1800s because they are still found prominent in forms of society.

I never thought a classic novel written in the 1800s could be so relatable and suspenseful to a girl living in the 21st century. The themes of love and passion and independence keep this classic novel fresh and innovative for all ages.

This book was a great read and I would recommend it to girls of all ages. It is inspiring and is a classic love story. The one problem I had with the book was some of the Victorian language used. It was sometimes very difficult to understand, but it was nothing a little Google or Sparknotes could not fix.

This novel was also recently adapted into film this year. I am excited to rent the movie and see my favorite characters come to life in front of my eyes.

Check in next week for my review of the Jane Eyre movie.