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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.
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.
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Mentioned in 42 episodes
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in relation to the concept of "madwoman in the attic", illustrating internal struggles.


Emily Nagoski

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For the Burned Out, Fried, and Exhausted | Emily & Amelia Nagoski
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when talking about novels she read early in her childhood.

Gwyneth Paltrow

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Gwyneth Paltrow
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as one of her two all-time favorite books.

Jennifer Kavanagh

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The Army's Pivot to the Pacific with Dr. Jennifer Kavanagh
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as an example of a Victorian novel featuring a double.

Alexandra Schwartz

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In “Severance,” the Gothic Double Lives On
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as part of a reading list for a 19th-century British novel course.

Michael Calore

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Let's Talk About ChatGPT and Cheating In The Classroom
Mentioned to illustrate the limitations faced by women in the Islamic world before reforms.

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The Islamic Enlightenment
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Kathrine Jebsen Moore

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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.

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Is college still worth it?
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, possibly referring to the novel she was reading.


Kendra Adachi

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#431 - 5 Things to Avoid When Planning a Busy Season
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in comparison to Atlas Shrugged's portrayal of romance and ethical conduct.

O. Henry

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Is Atlas Shrugged the new vibe?

Angelina Stanford

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Episode 288: Literary Milestones
Mentioned in comparison with 'Wuthering Heights', noting its qualities and place within the Brontë sisters' works.

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‘Highest 2 Lowest’ Is a N.Y. Movie State of Mind, With Spike Lee!
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as an example of a book that conveys human emotion and experience.


Russ Roberts

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Melanie Mitchell on Artificial Intelligence
Mentioned alongside Wuthering Heights as one of the best known books written by the Bronte sisters.

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S1 E6: With... Ramlah Qureshi
Mentioned as one of the best audiobooks read by Tandi Newton.

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What We're Reading & Technology Changing Reading
Mentioned as a book written in the first person.

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Charles Dickens | A Very Dickens Christmas | 3
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, who found the first American edition of it in a bookshop in rural Norfolk.

Tom Ayling

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My Chat with Tom Ayling - Bibliophile and Antiquarian Book Dealer (The Saad Truth with Dr. Saad_871)
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when reflecting on Charlotte Bronte's resilience, particularly in writing it on the worst writing day of her life.

Rowan Coleman

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S1 E1: With... Rowan Coleman
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when discussing the role of the piano in Victorian novels and social dynamics.

Adam Sargant

S1 E8: With... Adam Sargant
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who listened to it again recently and liked the sort of side stories about films.

Piers Tempest

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