Bilingual Classics is a bilingual book series featuring classic Western literature from the most famous authors in the world.
A novel of intense power and intrigue, Jane Eyre, a famous and influential novel by English writer Charlotte Brontë, has dazzled generations of readers with its depiction of a woman's quest for freedom.
Having grown up an orphan in the home of her cruel aunt and at a harsh charity school, Jane Eyre becomes an independent and spirited survivor-qualities that serve her well as governess at Thornfield Hall. But when she finds love with her sardonic employer, Rochester, the discovery of his terrible secret forces her to make a choice. Should she stay with him whatever the consequences or follow her convictions, even if it means leaving her beloved?
Jane Eyre is a novel often considered ahead of its time due to its portrayal of the development of a thinking and passionate young woman who is both individualistic, desiring for a full life, while also highly moral.
Jane evolves from her beginnings as a poor and plain woman without captivating charm to her mature stage as a compassionate and confident whole woman. As she matures, she comments much on the complexities of the human condition. Jane also has a deeply pious personal trust in God, but is also highly self-reliant.
Although Jane suffers much, she is never portrayed as a damsel in distress who needs rescuing. For this reason, it is sometimes regarded as an important early feminist (or proto-feminist) novel.
Now you can enjoy this landmark of world literature in two languages. This 203-page book comes with the English texts, as well Chinese translations, making it an excellent way for children to cultivate their bilingual language abilities.
The book also comes with a movie VCD, which contains the original movie Jane Eyre. You can enjoy watching the VCD on TV or computer. Please see Q & A about VCD for more details.