... of literary symbolism and dreams, both of which are used to convey a Gothic and supernatural setting. Through the use of these literary devices, Jane Eyre becomes both cabbalistic and prophetic. Bronte's character Grace Poole is surrounded by a obscure haze from the reader's first introduction to her, an effective ... device used in order to create a mysterious atmosphere in the novel. Jane first learns of the occult Grace Poole upon hearing her laugh upon being shown the attic by Mrs Fairfax. Bronte first creates an ... describes the presence of God who is with the orphan child, much l...

• Word Count: 2234
• Approx Pages: 9
• Grade Level: High School

... life was really like in that period. So was life in that era very difficult and strict just like Jane sees it? Well there is a great deal of fact and knowledge that this is so. Jane Eyre was published in the Victorian period when attitudes were very strict. This can be shown in things like ... by the depiction of harsh weather conditions. However, this is also used in a more positive way. Later on, in chapter nine, the better weather reflects Jane's altered state of mind. The final technique used by Bronte is extremely subtle and therefore my favourite. This is her choice of names for he...

• Word Count: 1931
• Approx Pages: 8
• Grade Level: High School