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Jane Eyre

By: Charlotte Brontë
Narrated by: Juliet Stevenson

Publisher's summary

The work tells the story of Jane's early life, her experience at Lowood School and as a governess. Her refusal to accept Rochester's love on any but her own strictly moral terms is a passionate cry for independence.
©2006 BBC Audiobooks (P)2014 Audible, Inc.

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A story of Morals and Romance

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Jane Eyre is a story about how the moral life is the one to be lived. But it is also the story of how sometimes morals can be enforced with excess harshness. Lastly, this is a story of Romance where a good end comes to Jane, after all her trials.

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wonderful classic!

I've wanted to read this one for a long time but never had. I'm so glad I listened to it instead. The narration was wonderful and brought Jane to life.

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Perfect!

The narrator WAS Jane, and made it very enjoyable to reread a book last read in my teens.

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Wonderful classic

All should read this at least once in life. A wonderful classic to listen to. Performance could have been a bit better in distinguishing between each character’s voice. Overall a must for all.

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everything you want a classic to be!

I've always loved this book and the fabulous narration really brought it alive. I couldn't wait to get in the car so I could listen.

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Stevenson is Extraordinary

What made the experience of listening to Jane Eyre the most enjoyable?

Juliet Stevenson is fantastic. I have always liked her as an actress, but I am astounded by her skill as a reader. She moved me to tears a few times. I highly recommend this version.

What was one of the most memorable moments of Jane Eyre?

While Stevenson did a great job throughout, I must say I was in awe of her reading of the passage about Helen Burns' demise. I cried and cried.

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Who can choose? So many are great!

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

We listened in several sittings. My daughter and I don't simply listen; we read along.

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I am eager to listen to more of Stevenson's reading of the great novels.

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Love love

Never heard it like this was told I so very much enjoyed it!!highly recommend this??

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Beautiful book and Juliet Stevenson is a magician

This book is gorgeously written ; a true masterpiece. Juliet Stevenson brought each thought, sentiment, and character to life like no other would. I wished it would never end.

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A fabulous book beautifully told

Beautifully done! Juliet Stevenson made this book even better by using her gift of narration.

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Great story, the narration superb!

It is a well written story, engaging. The author evokes sympathy for what the characters are going through.

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