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Reviewed by C.R. Hurst for Readers' Favorite
What a lovely book! The Brontës of Haworth Moor by Diane Browning is a spirited look at how the daughters of a country cleric became three of the most renowned writers of their times: Anne, the youngest of the three and the least well-known, Emily, the reclusive author of Wuthering Heights, and Charlotte, who achieved fame during her lifetime and beyond with her beloved novel, Jane Eyre. Although these sisters are at the heart of The Brontës of Haworth Moor, the author also examines the lives of two older sisters, a troubled and talented brother, the father who encouraged the passions of all of his children, and a myriad of servants and friends to the family. Browning vividly recreates the world of 19th-century England, both good and bad, with its enchanting moors, its deep bonds of family and community, its deadly diseases, and, of course, its patriarchal attitudes.
Diane Browning’s love of the Brontës is clear throughout The Brontës of Haworth Moor, though that love does not blind her to their flaws, making for a fascinating read. The times in which they lived are depicted unflinchingly as well. Death, illness, and want stalk the Brontës, though their faith and their passion for life shine through, making the book especially poignant and inspirational. I also liked the black-and-white illustrations that appear throughout the book and on the cover, which look like cameo cutouts. This should appeal to teen and young adult readers, though I, a woman of a certain age, found them charming too. In truth, The Brontës of Haworth Moor with its thorough research and enthusiasm for its subject should appeal to any Brontë aficionado, or to any reader who wants a delightful introduction to the Brontës and their enduring legacy.
