The character of Jane EyreWhat we learn about the central character is considerable. Throughout the novel, his relationships with those around him reveal his characteristics. As a child at Gateshead Hall, we see that she is impulsive, often alarmingly so, but that she can also be moody and withdrawn. Those around her do not find her an easy child - she gives very little of herself, especially to the Reed family, although there is a slight intimacy with the servant Bessie. She is intelligent and precocious, preferring the imaginary world of books to the harsh and often unsympathetic world of reality. She is also insightful; knowing that the Reeds don't like him, but not really knowing why that should be so. She feels very deeply her social position as an outcast; ironically, being unable, due to his breeding, to form an attachment with Bessie. She is sometimes very angry, such as when she lashes out at John Reed and when she lashes out at Mrs. Reed after the Red Room incident. She is also scared and insecure, but tries hard not to let anyone see this side of her character. it is only in moments of great stress that she gives in to fear (Red Room), but note that in general she has, even at the start of ten years, great self-control most of the time. time.Another side of his character is revealed at Lowood School, when we see the tender and trusting nature of his relationships with Miss Temple and with Helen Burns. It is evident that she has a great desire to receive love, and when it is given to her, she is perfectly happy to return it in kind. However, there is still anger and resentment, especially towards injustice. She cannot follow Helen's advice to submit to punishment and be submissive and patient, at heart, every day ... middle of paper ... and do what is right, and leave Thornfield , despite the enormous temptation to stay and become his mistress. This conflict continues - she is torn between desire and duty until she returns to Ferndean at the end of the novel, but inner strength and determination carry her through her time at Moor House and her relationship with the rivers. family. Generosity is a characteristic that manifests itself in the sharing of his inheritance among Rivers' cousins, and we also see that Jane's need for a loving family and Jane's ability to return his affection wholeheartedly did not not left his character, in his relationship. with Diana and Mary Rivers. Pride is also a characteristic she possesses. She takes pride in her education and independence, but she also displays a balanced humility, being able to recognize her failures, when necessary...