Jane Eyre, written in 1847 by Charlotte Brontë, tells a story of tragedy, mystery and gothic romance. Covering the multiple problems of England during this era, Bronte writes about the treatment of orphans, social class, and the controversial British law prohibiting divorce under any circumstances. Orphaned at a young age and unwanted by her guardian Mrs. Reed, Jane seeks higher educational prospects at Lowood, eventually securing a position as a governess at Thornfield. Complications disrupt her life when she becomes engaged to her employer, Mr. Rochester, and soon after discovers that he is already married to a madman. Leaving Thornfield, Jane finds a home with St. John and his two sisters. Eventually, she returns to her former employer, discovering Thornfield in ashes, Mrs. Rochester dead, and Mr. Rochester blind and free from marriage. Awash in motives, Jane's continual struggles between her passions and her responsibilities constitute the main theme of Bronte's spellbinding tale. From the introduction of Jane's life as an orphan, she struggles between her anger at her cousin John's antics and her obedience....