Résumé : A novel of high romance and great intensity, Jane Eyre has enjoyed popular success and critical acclaim ever since its first publication in 1847. Jane’s journey from a troubled childhood to independence  and her turbulent love affair with the enigmatic Mr Rochester  electrified Victorian readers with its narrative power.With characters that are as unforgettable as the story they enact, and a striking use of language that amazed the readers of the day, Jane Eyre ranks among the most influential English novels ever written. (résumé de l'éditeur)This edition contains a wealth of material about the author's life and works, extensive notes and a bibliographic section