Jane Eyre Independence Quotes

In the novel, Jane Eyre, Charlotte Bronte uses symbolism and characterization to show the theme of independence.
One of the main themes in Jane Eyre is independence. Jane Eyre is a very independent woman. Near the middle of the book where Jane leaves rochester she says: “”I am no bird; and no net ensnares me; I am a free human being with an independent will, which I now exert you to leave’” (Brontë 169). This quote proves my theme of independence because of the phrase “‘I am a free human being with an independent will…’” (Brontë 169). She plainly states that she is independent and she doesn't need Rochester to satisfy her. One thing I thought that was interesting about this quote was when she said “‘I am no bird; and no net ensnares me…’” because a bird can be free but they can also be caged so I liked how she made it clear that she wasn’t a trapped human being, that she is free and independent. Which is why this quote demonstrates the theme very well because it shows her independence in a deeper way.

Jane has been dealt a rough hand of cards, she hasn’t felt love or care from anyone, she doesn’t know what love feels like. She has owned very little, and throughout the book she refers to herself as dull and plain. “ ‘Did you expect a present, Miss Eyre? Are you fond of presents?’ and he searched my face with eyes that I saw were dark, irate and piercing. ‘I hardly know, sir; I have little experience of them: they are generally thought pleasant things’” (Brontë 81). Now that Jane left Lowood it seems to be as if she wants more independence. She doesnt like being bossed around. She wants to do her own