Here's how Brontë's work fits into the context of Victorian literature:
* Social Commentary: Brontë's novels, particularly *Jane Eyre*, addressed social issues like the position of women, the limitations of social class, and the hypocrisy of Victorian society.
* Gothic Influences: Brontë's works, like *Jane Eyre*, *Villette*, and *Shirley*, feature elements of Gothic literature like mystery, suspense, and dark themes.
* Romanticism and Realism: Brontë's writing blended aspects of Romanticism (emotion, introspection) and Realism (social observation).
While she wasn't specifically aligned with any particular movement, her work was deeply influenced by the cultural, social, and literary trends of the Victorian era.