One message that I believe Charlotte Brontë’s book revealed about her attitude is that bad things do not only happen to bad people but good people too. When Jane was young, everyone seemed to think that she was a naughty and wicked child (20). From the lack of love that she received from living with her aunt, she was later sent to Lowood Institution where proper clothing and food were inadequate (66). Another example of this occurs when Jane’s friend at Lowood, Helen, dies of typhus fever (125). Helen was described as having traits like that of an angel. She was a Christian, she would never talk back- saying that what ever punishment she received is what she deserved, and she was always kind and helpful to Jane (111). Another idea which the author values is being honest. In the story, Jane would always give her honest opinion no matter if it might offend someone. For instance, when Mr. Rochester asks Jane if she thinks that he is handsome she says “No” (668). A third value is standing up for yourself and what you believe is right. When Mr. Rochester asked Jane again to marry him, she said that she would not, even though she still loved him, because he already had a wife (387). Secondly, Jane would keep telling St. John Rivers that she would not marry him because he did not love her (616). The final attitude is that if you did something that you regret or hurt someone you can still go back and make things better. Jane had remorse about her leaving Thornfield, which hurt Mr. Rochester (486). In the end of the story, she decides to return to Thornfield to see Mr. Rochester (640). Although it had been a year since her departure, Jane felt hopeful that everything could be made better.
Bronte, Charlotte. Jane Eyre. New York: Reader's Digest, 1984. Print.
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