Jane Eyre on Page and Screen 11: Aunt Reed’s Deathbed
In our survey of Jane Eyre adaptations, we have come to a point where the films diverge widely. Feature-length films, …
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Jane Eyre on Page and Screen 10: Mr. Mason’s Mishap
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The Libertine Belles 31: Meat Jelly
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