Jane Eyre (Longman Fiction) [Abridged] [Paperback]

Charlotte Bronte (Author)

Book Description

Series: Longman Fiction | Publication Date: December 1996

The titles in this series are mainly new editions of titles in the "Longman Simplified English Series". They are suitable for students at upper intermediate level, including those preparing for the Cambridge First Certificate. Every book has been re-edited to ensure ease of understanding and naturalness of language and keeps within the 2000 word Defining Vocabulary of the "Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English". Any additional vocabulary used is explained in the glossary. All titles feature a four to five page introduction to the authors, characters and themes of the texts, giving students not only background information, but also help in literary appreciation. Additionally, there is exercise material at the back of each book: 50 questions on factual detail, with a further 20 more open-ended questions for written work or to stimulate discussion.

Editorial Reviews

From Library Journal

Written in 1847, this novel remains a favorite, especially among younger readers and listeners who continue to be entranced by the young Jane and her mysterious Mr. Rochester. The story of an unhappy orphan and her life as a governess at Thornfield is filled with difficulty, including a shocking revelation on her wedding day. The happy ending finally arrives, though, and Jane and Rochester are united forever. Long criticized as being melodramatic and contrived, Jane Eyre has nonetheless become a romantic classic and is often the book that introduces students to serious literature. Bronte's suspense-filled plot adapts well to the audio format. This version, although abridged, omits nothing of importance. Juliet Stevenson, a Royal Shakespeare Company associate, reads with the drama the story demands and makes each character emerge with life and energy. Recommended for general audiences.
- Nancy R. Ives, SUNY at Geneseo
Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Review

"At the end we are steeped through and through with the genius, the vehemence, the indignation of Charlotte Brontë."
--Virginia Woolf


From the Trade Paperback edition. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 176 pages
• Publisher: Addison Wesley Publishing Company (December 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0582275113
• ISBN-13: 978-0582275119
• Product Dimensions: 7.8 x 5.1 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.1 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #10,633,490 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #99 in Books > 4-for-3 Books > Literature & Fiction > Authors, A-Z > ( B )

Customer Reviews

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars I'm a man--and I liked it., September 7, 1999

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This review is from: Jane Eyre (Audio Cassette)

I had several men try to dissuade me from reading _Jane Eyre_, but I'm glad I didn't listen. This is not an exclusively "female" novel; Jane Eyre's conflicts are universal: feelings of insecurity, feelings of jealousy; the temptation to give up what one truly wants for something less desirable but more easily obtainable. Women don't have a monopoly on these struggles. Any man with the slightest drop of romance and sensibility in his veins should be able to enjoy this book.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars None other compares to Jane Eyre, October 16, 2000

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Sue (USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Jane Eyre (BBC Radio Presents) (Audio Cassette)

If you have never read this great work of art, then I can only say that once you do, you will never come across another which compares. I still have not, though I have tried to find anything as deeply moving, meaningful, beautiful a story, and one so wonderfully well- written as Jane Eyre. My favorite movie version is the A & E version filmed a few years ago (1997, I believe) with Cirian Hinds, the Shakespearean actor, as Mr. Rochester. His portrayal captured most closely my impression of the character,from reading the novel, and I adored the whole script, and the beautiful use of language in that film. Also, the setting was wonderful. If you can find it, get that version. The story is so meanigful, don't leave this world without ever having read Jane Eyre.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars I love the book, but I hate this abriged version, March 17, 2008

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galinaqt "galinaqt" (silver spring, md United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Jane Eyre (Classic Fiction) (Audio CD)

The book is great and this abriged version is a money waste. I will suggest people to find free recording on the internet which includes the whole book.