A character in Jane Eyre: An Autobiography
Jane Eyre: An Autobiography by Brontë, Charlotte
The Gateshead nursemaid who shows Jane occasional kindness in childhood and later reappears married.
Also known as: Bessie, Bessie Lee, Bessie Leaven
Inside the story
Bessie Leaven is the nursemaid at Gateshead, where the orphaned Jane Eyre is raised among her aunt’s family. Though part of the household that disciplines and confines Jane, Bessie sometimes offers her comfort, attention, and a kinder voice.
A young, light-complexioned nursemaid of neat, slight figure, with black hair and dark eyes and a quick, animated manner.
Storieta keeps this cast at your side while you read Jane Eyre: An Autobiography, portraits, names, and an ask-anything assistant that only knows what you've read so far. No spoilers, ever.
Explore the book page for Jane Eyre: An Autobiography and read the opening free, with no account needed.
