My Comforter. Ellis Bell
MY COMFORTER. ELLIS BELL by Charlotte Brontë: The novel follows the story of a young woman named Helen Graham, who returns to her hometown after years of living in exile with her husband. The townspeople are shocked and scandalized by her sudden return, and she becomes the subject of much gossip and speculation. As Helen navigates her new life back home, she must confront the secrets and lies that have defined her past and present.
By Charlotte Brontë · First published 1848 · Genre: Fiction, Victorian Literature, Gothic Literature · 352 words
First lines
Well hast thou spoken, and yet not taught A feeling strange or new; Thou hast but roused a latent thought, A cloud-closed beam of sunshine brought To gleam in open view.
Deep down, concealed within my soul, That light lies hid from men; Yet glows unquenched -- though shadows roll, Its gentle ray cannot control -- About the sullen den.
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- Work type: Poem
- Author: Charlotte Brontë
- Date: 1848 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Fiction, Victorian Literature, Gothic Literature, Romance
- Length: 352 words
- Structure: 1 section, 7 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Fiction — The work of Charlotte Brontë typically falls under Fiction due to constructed, imaginary narratives.
- Victorian Literature — Brontë is a renowned figure of the Victorian era and her works reflect themes and styles of this period.
- Gothic Literature — Brontë often uses Gothic elements such as supernatural occurrences, mystery and dark, brooding atmospheres.
- Romance — Many of Brontë's works include romantic relationships and emotional conflicts as integral parts of the plot.
Tags
comfort · grief · loss · love · identity · relationships · self-discovery · emotional turmoil · introspection · literary fiction · romance · family