Online Talk: ‘I wish I were a girl again, half-savage and hardy, and free’ – Emily and Anne Brontë

Join us for a captivating online talk titled ‘I wish I were a girl again, half-savage and hardy, and free’ – focusing on the remarkable lives of Emily and Anne Brontë. 🌧️📚

Driven by Elizabeth Gaskell's iconic biography, The Life of Charlotte Brontë, we delve into the unique narratives of Emily and Anne. How has the perception of these pioneering literary sisters evolved? 🌟

Emily Brontë's masterpiece, Wuthering Heights, is celebrated as a pinnacle of English literature, showcasing her fiery spirit. But who was she beyond her writing? Similarly, Anne Brontë, often eclipsed by her sisters, has gained recognition for her novels Agnes Grey and feminist gem The Tenant of Wildfell Hall. 📖🎤

Join Sue Newby, Education Officer at the Brontë Parsonage Museum, as she uncovers insights gleaned from Gaskell’s research and discusses the shifting opinions on their trailblazing contributions.

🗓️ When: 6 maj, 19:00 - 20:00
💷 Ticket Price: 6£
📍 Location: Online

Don’t miss this final event in the mini-season featuring Charlotte Brontë and Elizabeth Gaskell!
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