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The Brontės: Scenes from the Childhood of Charlotte, Branwell, Emily, and Anne
The Bronts Scenes from the Childhood of Charlotte Branwell Emily and Anne Author:Catherine Brighton Few literary families were as touched by genius or drama as the Brontës. Set against the backdrop of the Yorkshire moors, Catherine Brighton's illustrated biography brings Charlotte, Branwell, Emily, and Anne to life. All children play at make-believe, but the Brontës went a step further, creating and chronicling their ow... more »n charmed universe in their remote parsonage at Haworth. Based on elder sister Charlotte's journals, The Brontës recounts days spent in their isolated world, "dear Papa's" sermons, and the children's increasingly obsessive interest in creating imaginary worlds. Dreamy, detailed illustrations show the romance of the family's existence, while the authentic voice of Charlotte creates a moving portrait of a glittering, fanciful world every bit as enchanting as the ones these young artists created.« less