Jane Eyre

Jane Eyre is the semi-autobiographical masterpiece by Charlotte Brontë filled with social criticism and sinister Gothic elements. A must read for anyone wishing to celebrate the indomitable strength of will and courage. Jane Eyre is a women's journey for freedom. It is the story of a plain-faced, intelligent, and passionate English orphan who is abused by her aunt and cousin and then attends a harsh charity school. Through it all she remains strong and determined -- refusing to allow a harsh, cruel world to break her independence or her strength of will.