Of the three iconic Brontë sisters, Charlotte, Emily, and Anne, it is no secret that Charlotte is the most well-known, and her work the most celebrated.
Wonderful text Naomi! When I first got into the Brontë’s novels and read about the circumstances that they had to go through, from writing to publishing , I remember asking myself (and Charlotte) "why did she do that!?", since I'd have loved to see anything more of all of them. But as you brilliantly said, although it may hurt a little to know about what happened with the work and letters that one day existed, I do believe she was a woman, dealing with so much loss, who cared for her sisters and did what she thought it was the best for all of them. Thank you for sharing your consideration for Anne and the Brontë’s with us 🤎
I really appreciate the nuance you approach this topic with. It’s so easy to make a snap judgment, especially in today’s age, when we are living in such different circumstances. I love all the sisters’ works so much, and feel a strong connection to them (even if in my mind lol). Anne was, in my opinion, perhaps the bravest of them, and most radical in many ways when you look at her work.
Have you read The Brontë Myth? I think you’d enjoy it. Though it focuses really only on Charlotte and Emily, it’s still worth a read imo.
I love this well thought defence. Charlotte is my favourite too. When I was alone and depressed abroad, Villette was my solace. Although sad, it made me feel understood and less alone.
This is a superb essay! I found it on a google search after watching a film about the Brontë sisters. I have never read Anne's work, but I look forward to doing so!
Wonderful text Naomi! When I first got into the Brontë’s novels and read about the circumstances that they had to go through, from writing to publishing , I remember asking myself (and Charlotte) "why did she do that!?", since I'd have loved to see anything more of all of them. But as you brilliantly said, although it may hurt a little to know about what happened with the work and letters that one day existed, I do believe she was a woman, dealing with so much loss, who cared for her sisters and did what she thought it was the best for all of them. Thank you for sharing your consideration for Anne and the Brontë’s with us 🤎
I really appreciate the nuance you approach this topic with. It’s so easy to make a snap judgment, especially in today’s age, when we are living in such different circumstances. I love all the sisters’ works so much, and feel a strong connection to them (even if in my mind lol). Anne was, in my opinion, perhaps the bravest of them, and most radical in many ways when you look at her work.
Have you read The Brontë Myth? I think you’d enjoy it. Though it focuses really only on Charlotte and Emily, it’s still worth a read imo.
Thanks again for this essay!
I love this well thought defence. Charlotte is my favourite too. When I was alone and depressed abroad, Villette was my solace. Although sad, it made me feel understood and less alone.
I am the exact same. I relate to Lucy Snowe so much!
Fascinating!
This is a superb essay! I found it on a google search after watching a film about the Brontë sisters. I have never read Anne's work, but I look forward to doing so!