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Publication of Jane Eyre

When
19 October 1847
Where
London
Part of
Charlotte Brontë publishes Jane Eyre as Currer Bell

Jane Eyre was published in London on 19 October 1847 by Smith, Elder & Co. under the pseudonym Currer Bell.

The novel, originally titled Jane Eyre: An Autobiography, was submitted to Smith, Elder & Co. in August 1847. It was published shortly after, marking the firm's first major success. The work was recognized for its psychological intensity and moral focus.

Sources

  1. Jane Eyre Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-03
  2. Smith, Elder & Co. Wikipedia, revision of 2026-01-09
  3. Charlotte Brontë Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-28

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