Jane Eyre, written by Charlotte Brontë, is a gothic romance novel published in 1847. The story revolves around the eponymous character, Jane Eyre, as she faces various challenges and hardships throughout her life. From her difficult childhood to her time as a governess at Thornfield Hall, Jane's journey is filled with passion, mystery, and self-discovery. Brontë's novel explores themes of love, independence, and the struggle for identity, making it a beloved classic in the genre of 19th-century romance.