* Her family. Charlotte was born into a large family of writers and clergymen. Her father, Patrick Brontë, was a curate and later a rector. Her mother, Maria Branwell Brontë, was also a writer. Charlotte's siblings included Emily Brontë, who wrote *Wuthering Heights*, and Anne Brontë, who wrote *The Tenant of Wildfell Hall*.
* Her education. Charlotte attended several schools, including the Clergy Daughters' School at Cowan Bridge, where she had a difficult time. She later studied at the Roe Head School, where she met Ellen Nussey, who became a lifelong friend.
* Her work experience. Charlotte worked as a governess for several years, an experience she later used in her writing. She also taught at the Roe Head School.
* Her reading. Charlotte was a voracious reader, and she was influenced by a wide variety of authors, including William Shakespeare, John Milton, and Sir Walter Scott.
* Her travels. Charlotte traveled to Brussels, Belgium, to study French and music. She also traveled to London and Scarborough.
* Her relationships. Charlotte had a close relationship with her siblings, especially Emily. She also had a number of romantic relationships, including one with the Belgian writer Constantin Heger.
all these factors contributed to the development of Charlotte's unique literary voice and style.