Manga Classics: Jane Eyre (Hard Cover) - (Manga Classics: Hard Cover) by Charlotte Bronte (Hardcover)

About the Book

Charlotte Bronte's most beloved novel describes the passionate love between the courageous orphan Jane Eyre and the brilliant, brooding, and domineering Rochester. It lives as one of the great triumphs of storytelling and as a moving and unforgettable portrayal of a woman's quest for self-respect.

Book Synopsis

As an orphaned child, Jane Eyre is first cruelly abused by her aunt, then cast out and sent to a charity school. Though she meets with further abuse, she receives an education, and eventually takes a job as a governess at the estate of Edward Rochester. Jane and Rochester begin to bond, but his dark moods trouble her. When Jane uncovers the terrible secret Rochester has been hiding, she flees and finds temporary refuge at the home of St. John Rivers.

Review Quotes

"An effective adaptation that will appeal to manga devotees as well as fans of timeless romances."-- "School Library Journal"

"If you are in Gothic novels, this is one of the best, and this manga adaptation is a wonderful introduction to reading the classic itself."-- "Kids BookBuzz"

"This is a nice companion to Bronte's work; a solid introduction to new and reluctant readers in middle and high school."-- "Mom Read It Blog"