Rambling

When we started off reading this book, Mr. Lavender remarked that this book was the Harry Potter of its day. I couldn’t agree more. Jane’s life is much like Harry’s. Both live in closets with people who despise them. Both have no parents and have to survive on their own. Other than this, there are not many similarities. When Lav-Dawg mentioned that this was the Harry Potter of its day, he perhaps was talking more about its popularity status. I feel that, back in the day, this book was a very revolutionary book. Jane is a very individual character. Most importantly however, she is a female. There are several points throughout the book where she stresses a woman's importance. A prime example is on page 130. This book recounts the struggle of an orphan girl. What could be more inspiring? Not only is Jane an orphan, she is surrounded by people and places that are less than welcoming; Mrs. Reed, Lowood, etc. She has to brave all of these hardships.
One thing I've noticed, that perhaps is irrelevant, is an emphasis on the color red. There are numerous places where this color shows up. However, I have no idea as to what it could represent.
Jane is a very intelligent character. We like her, we want her to succeed. She is caring, wants to be loved, strong, and extremely smart. What could be better.