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Rev. Patrick Bronte in 1860
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Rev. Patrick Bronte in 1860
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© The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive / Mary Evans
1860 Anne Authors Branwell Bronte Brontes Charlotte Emily Eyre Haworth Jane Literarure Literary Moors Parsonage Patrick Reverend Sisters
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This vintage lantern slide image presents the reverend Patrick Bronte, father of the renowned Brontes sisters - Charlotte, Anne, and Emily - in the year 1860. The photograph, part of The Keasbury-Gordon Photograph Archive Collection from Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a rare glimpse into the life of the charismatic clergyman who played a significant role in nurturing the literary talents of his extraordinary family. Rev. Patrick Bronte, born in 1777 in County Down, Ireland, spent most of his career in the village of Haworth, Yorkshire, England. In this photograph, he is seen wearing the traditional attire of a Victorian clergyman, complete with a long robe and collar. His stern yet gentle expression conveys the wisdom and dedication of a man who spent his life serving his community and his family. The Brontes' parsonage, located near the moors, provided the sisters with the inspiration and solitude they needed to write their groundbreaking novels, including "Jane Eyre," "Anne's Agnes Grey," and "Emily's Wuthering Heights." The sisters' works, which often explored themes of love, passion, and the supernatural, revolutionized English literature and continue to captivate readers around the world. The presence of the lantern slide suggests that this photograph was used in presentations or lectures during the Victorian or Edwardian era, providing a unique connection to the past and the rich literary history of the Brontes and their family. This image is a testament to the enduring legacy of the Bronte family and their contributions to English literature.
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