The most obvious example of a childhood experience coming out in a Bronte writing is Charlotte's representation of the Lowood School in Jane Eyre compared to her experiences at Cowan Bridge. ... In "Jane Eyre" while at Lowood, Helen Burns becomes a good friend and even a mother type figure to Jane even though they are close to the same age. ... Childhood events such as family deaths and moving from private schools to being tutored at home all come through in the Bronte's writings. ...

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