Born: April 21, 1816. Birthplace: Thornton, West Yorkshire, England. Zodiac Sign: Taurus. Died: March 31, 1855 (aged 38). Along with her sisters Emily and Anne, the English author and poet Charlotte Brontë has had an everlasting impact on English literature. Many films, TV shows, and stage productions have been based on her book Jane Eyre (1847), which is widely regarded as a masterpiece of English literature. Jane Eyre, written by Currer Bell and published under a pseudonym, combined distinctive narrative style with societal critique. The work was highly praised for its groundbreaking structure and its examination of social and feminist concerns. In particular, the novel's use of a female protagonist's internal monologue made it a groundbreaking addition to the genre. Not only did Brontë write Jane Eyre, but she also wrote Shirley (1849) and Villette (1853), among others. Although these novels were not as well-recognized as Jane Eyre, they contributed to Brontë's standing as a talented and inventive writer.