Charlotte Bronte, Jane Eyre Quotes

A collection of quotes by Charlotte Bronte, Jane Eyre.

Charlotte Bronte was a 19th-century English novelist known for her famous work, "Jane Eyre." Born in 1816 in Thornton, Yorkshire, she was the eldest of the Bronte sisters, who all became renowned authors. Despite dealing with personal tragedies, including the death of her siblings and challenging living conditions, Bronte's writing talents flourished. "Jane Eyre," published in 1847, captivated readers with its strong-willed and independent protagonist. The novel was well-received and remains a classic in English literature. Bronte's work challenged societal norms and continues to be celebrated for its exploration of gender, morality, and social issues of the era.

I tell you I must go! Do you think I can stay to become noth

I tell you I must go! Do you think I can stay to become nothing to you? Do you think I am an automaton?-a machine without feelings? And can bear to have my morsel of bread snatched from my lips, and my drop of living water dashed from my cup? Do you think, because I am poor, obscure, plain, and little, I am soulless and heartless? You think wrong!

Charlotte Bronte, Jane Eyre

Freedom

Feeling without judgement is a washy draught indeed; but jud

Feeling without judgement is a washy draught indeed; but judgement untempered by feeling is too bitter and husky a morsel for human deglutition.

Charlotte Bronte, Jane Eyre

Attitude