Dimensions
129 x 200 x 8mm
A Teach Yourself - Key Figures Beginner's Guide.
This book introduces you to a highly talented family. The three Bronte sisters developed the Gothic and Romantic genres in their own unique ways, and their strong female characters are landmarks in English literature. Their novels and poems are remarkable for their powerful symbolism and passionate exploration of eternal themes.
Steve Eddy's accessible text explores:
- How to get the most from the novels and poems
- How the sisters' troubled lives influenced their work
- How their works both shocked and delighted readers in their own time
- Why the Brontes endure as outstanding literary figures
The facts . . . the concepts . . . the ideas . . .
