A review by amandakirs
The Life of Charlotte Bronte by Elizabeth Gaskell

4.0

This book was very touching and quite well-written, in the style of Charlotte herself, which isn't surprising knowing now (after reading the book and so many of Charlotte's letters) how similar Charlotte and the author were in all opinions and thoughts. The book is comprised of narration by Elizabeth Gaskell and largely of letters written by Charlotte to various friends, editors, and authors. Fascinating and almost voyeuristic to read, this stunningly wide collection of Charlotte's own letters and words treat everything from the most trivial gossip to intelligent reviews of books written to friends. Also quite humbling and dispiriting, the letters show us how heartbreakingly sick they all were all the time and what struggles the brilliant family suffered through.