Charlotte Brontë?s Jane Eyre remains one of the most enduring classics of nineteenth-century English literature. The novel combines elements of romance, Gothic mystery, and social critique, telling the story of an orphaned governess who struggles for independence and integrity. Charlotte Brontë created a heroine who insists on dignity and self-respect, even in the face of love and temptation. The blend of Gothic atmosphere, social realism, and deeply personal confession makes the novel a cornerstone of modern literature. Jane?s relationship with Mr. Rochester, marked by passion, secrets, and moral dilemmas, continues to fascinate readers around the world. This is the English-language hardcover edition of the novel. Charlotte Brontë. Jane Eyre. An Autobiography. First published: Smith, Elder and Co., London 1847. This edition follows the text of: Service and Paton, London 1897. Vollständige Neuausgabe (Complete new edition), 1. Auflage (1st edition), Göttingen 2025. LIWI Literatur- und Wissenschaftsverlag.