#459
Mentioned in 42 episodes

Jane Eyre

Book • 1847
The novel follows Jane Eyre from her childhood at Gateshead Hall, where she is mistreated by her aunt and cousins, to her education at Lowood School, and later her employment as a governess at Thornfield Hall.

There, she falls in love with her enigmatic employer, Edward Fairfax Rochester, but discovers a dark secret about his past that forces her to make a difficult choice.

The novel explores themes of love, independence, and social justice, and is known for its realistic portrayal of the inner life of a woman during the Victorian era.

Mentioned by

Mentioned in 42 episodes

Mentioned by
undefined
Emily Nagoski
in relation to the concept of "madwoman in the attic", illustrating internal struggles.
131 snips
For the Burned Out, Fried, and Exhausted | Emily & Amelia Nagoski
Mentioned by
undefined
Gwyneth Paltrow
when talking about novels she read early in her childhood.
91 snips
Gwyneth Paltrow
Mentioned by
undefined
Jennifer Kavanagh
as one of her two all-time favorite books.
88 snips
The Army's Pivot to the Pacific with Dr. Jennifer Kavanagh
Mentioned by
undefined
Alexandra Schwartz
as an example of a Victorian novel featuring a double.
59 snips
In “Severance,” the Gothic Double Lives On
Mentioned by
undefined
Michael Calore
as part of a reading list for a 19th-century British novel course.
52 snips
Let's Talk About ChatGPT and Cheating In The Classroom
Mentioned to illustrate the limitations faced by women in the Islamic world before reforms.
36 snips
The Islamic Enlightenment
Nevnt av
undefined
Kathrine Jebsen Moore
som en bok hun leste som ungdom og ble veldig opptatt av.
26 snips
Ness 233 med Kathrine Jebsen Moore – Storbritannia på randen – innvandring, woke og politikerforakt
Rima is rereading this book and immersing herself in its gothic landscape.
25 snips
Is college still worth it?
Mentioned by
undefined
Kendra Adachi
, possibly referring to the novel she was reading.
20 snips
#431 - 5 Things to Avoid When Planning a Busy Season
Mentioned by
undefined
O. Henry
in comparison to Atlas Shrugged's portrayal of romance and ethical conduct.
20 snips
Is Atlas Shrugged the new vibe?
undefined
Angelina Stanford
's mentor, Dr. Sicardo, said that some people like this more than "Wuthering Heights".
19 snips
Episode 288: Literary Milestones
Mentioned in comparison with 'Wuthering Heights', noting its qualities and place within the Brontë sisters' works.
18 snips
‘Highest 2 Lowest’ Is a N.Y. Movie State of Mind, With Spike Lee!
Mentioned by
undefined
Russ Roberts
as an example of a book that conveys human emotion and experience.
16 snips
Melanie Mitchell on Artificial Intelligence
Mentioned alongside Wuthering Heights as one of the best known books written by the Bronte sisters.
13 snips
S1 E6: With... Ramlah Qureshi
Mentioned as one of the best audiobooks read by Tandi Newton.
13 snips
What We're Reading & Technology Changing Reading
Mentioned as a book written in the first person.
12 snips
Charles Dickens | A Very Dickens Christmas | 3
Mentioned by
undefined
Tom Ayling
, who found the first American edition of it in a bookshop in rural Norfolk.
12 snips
My Chat with Tom Ayling - Bibliophile and Antiquarian Book Dealer (The Saad Truth with Dr. Saad_871)
Mentioned by
undefined
Rowan Coleman
when reflecting on Charlotte Bronte's resilience, particularly in writing it on the worst writing day of her life.
11 snips
S1 E1: With... Rowan Coleman
Mentioned by
undefined
Adam Sargant
when discussing the role of the piano in Victorian novels and social dynamics.
S1 E8: With... Adam Sargant
Mentioned by
undefined
Piers Tempest
who listened to it again recently and liked the sort of side stories about films.
S1 E3: With... Piers Tempest

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app