chapter thirteen

Jane meets Rochester properly for the first time, and you get a better idea of his character and views. Jane’s character also starts to show through.

Themes

The theme of social difference is briefly touched upon, as Mr. Rochester is treating Jane slightly differently now that he is back at Thornfield, in the seat of his power, as it were. Other than that, I didn’t notice any major themes coming through

Narrative Voice

As most of this chapter is dialogue, the narrative voice is hard to comment on. Much of what’s left is description of Rochester or Jane’s paintings, and so Jane’s voice seems almost tender towards them.

Words and phrases I liked

Loved the descriptions of Jane’s paintings, as the picture seems to be painted (excuse the pun) around you.

Response

It was nice to have a break from the mountains of description and be able to hear dialogue that seems unexpected in a book of this genre, as two unique people are having a conversation not usually expected with such a difference in class. the first painting of Jane's, i noticed, bore a striking resemblance to the image in the book of birds described at the beginning of the novel. don't know it this is significant or not?