Jane Eyre.JANE EYRE This article is about the Victorian novel. For other uses, see Jane Eyre (disambiguation). Jane Eyre is a classic romance novel by Charlotte Brontë that was published in 1847 by Smith, Elder & Company, London. . Charlotte Bronte. 1847/2005. Read by Amanda Root. 17 cds. 20 hrs. 34 mins. Naxos Audiobooks. NAX NAX Netzwerk Architekturexport (Germany) 35712. 9-62634-357-5. $111.98. Cardboard; content, author, reader notes. SA * One of the most beloved novels in English literature English literature, literature written in English since c.1450 by the inhabitants of the British Isles; it was during the 15th cent. that the English language acquired much of its modern form. , the passionate love story of Jane and Mr. Rochester is startlingly star·tle v. star·tled, star·tling, star·tles v.tr. 1. To cause to make a quick involuntary movement or start. 2. To alarm, frighten, or surprise suddenly. See Synonyms at frighten. contemporary about social themes regarding money, class, gender relations and female individuality, while conventionally 19th century about others (some guaranteed to offend a modern ear). Root's reading is lively, sweet and clear, with excellent interpretation of character and emotion. Her sprightly spright·ly adj. spright·li·er, spright·li·est Full of spirit and vitality; lively; brisk. adv. In a lively, animated manner. spright pace and passionate rendering make even some of the less accessible sections comprehensible and interesting to the contemporary listener. Both Root and Maureen O'Brien in the Audio Partners/Cover to Cover version (see my starred review in KLIATT, November 2000) give wonderful readings. O'Brien's, so beautifully nuanced and accurate, is deeply satisfying, and the superior rendition. Her characterization of Jane is especially good. Libraries would be wise to have both versions. Choose between the two readings based on a preference in pacing: O'Brien's is particularly measured, which may not suit some as well as Root's energetic version, demonstrated by its being a full hour shorter. Jacqueline Edwards, Bedford, MA |
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