How does Bronte prepare us for the adult Jane in the presentation of the child?
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... How does Bronte prepare us for the adult Jane in the presentation of the child? The classic novel "Jane Eyre" presents an isolated orphan named Jane whose life is plagued with misery from childhood. However, her series of unfortunate events enables her strength, surpassing at school, the becoming of a governess, and falling in love with Edward Rochester. These aspects and strong characteristics prepare her for later life. Early in the text we see Jane's passion when she decisively stands up to her Aunt Reed who has forced Jane to endure years of abuse and neglect. Mrs.Reed has claimed to Mr Brocklehurst that Jane has a 'bad character' thus she is soon transferred to Lowood Institution. Jane says, '... you told Mr.Brocklehurst I had a bad character, a deceitful disposition; and I'll let everybody at Lowood know what you are, and what you have done.' Here Jane demonstrates her passionate hatred of her Aunt














