Before I begin to impart my analysis upon you all, I feel that a brief synopsis of the text is appropriate. (Though I have no doubts that you all have read the chapters) 8 years have past since we have last seen Jane. She briefly abridges these years by telling us that after the amelioration of the conditions at Lowood, she excelled in her studies. She teaches at Lowood for the ensuing 2 years, and by the time she turns 18, she decides that she wants to leave Lowood for the promise of less seclusion at another school. She accepts a position at Thornfield hall, where she teaches an 8-year-old French girl, named Adele. Before she leaves Lowood, she receives a visit from her former maid at Gateshead, Bessie, who accounts her with tales of her cousins. Jane eventually departs for Thornfield, and ultimately finds her new abode very comfortable. One night, while watching the moon, she witnesses a man, traveling by horse, wreck, as the horse slips on some ice. She helps the man, who unbeknownst to her is the owner of Thornfield, Mr. Rochester. Upon returning to Thornfield, she learns the identity of the very same man, as he is coming for a visit. As for my analysis: To begin with, I am very elated that the story has become less despondent, and has taken a supposed turn for the better. In addition, I am curious as to how long Jane will dwell in Thornfield. She was never content at Lowood, (although who could blame her? In addition, the departure of Ms. Temple was a large factor in her decision to move) and now although she finds her new life comfortable, she still finds it somewhat boring and lonely. I do however, do not blame Jane for longing for a life of excitement, especially given her scenario. Oh well, much remains to be seen.
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Josh,
You're probably right that the 'synopsis' stuff is not necessary--though if laying it all out for yourself is helpful, then by all means go for it.
I'm pleased that YOU'RE please that the book has suddenly grown "less despondent" (I think that's both an apt and accurate description). Indeed, part of the reason I've been flogging you all to get past Gateshead and Lowood is that the book's real fun seems to kick in once Jane--longing for adventure (the scene with her looking out through the gates of Thornfield at the wider world--which comes just before their encounter--is key) seems to have been presented with at least the possibility of wish-fulfillment with the arrival (a delightfully anonymous one at that) of Rochester. Chapter XII is a pretty critical one, and we'll be reviewing the scene of their first encounter closely, so I'm glad that it has already piqued your interest.
MITA VITTUA MIKSI VITTUA OLET KIRJOITUNUT NAIN?!??! But really. The synopsis, though it may help phrase your mind should be taken out of the blog. Unless you want to give your take on certain things in your synopsis. Your actual analysis, well, I'd look for a bit more. What do you really like about the book, what do you hate? I'm sure the language goes along well with you. What kind of feelings does the book invoke from you?
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