A more sanitised version of the one the Brontës knew

The Telegraph & Argus revisits the Haworth of the time of the Brontës:

By the late 1860s, visitors were curious to see Haworth because of its association with the Brontës. In fact ‘Brontë Country’ was a phrase already in use by the late 19th century.

Thousands began to flock to the town to follow in the footsteps of the Brontë sisters and to explore the countryside which often features in their writing. A thriving tourist industry grew around the literary family, though Haworth today is a more sanitised version of the one they knew. The Brontë Society, formed in 1893, advertisements in newspapers and magazines, and in railway stations promoted it as a tourist attraction. But the ‘industrial village’ during the time of the Brontës was very different from today, though many of the buildings remain. (...) (Dave Wellbourne)

BBC News discusses the opening of a public vote to design a statue of Aphra Behn:

Charlotte Cornell, the campaign's organiser, said: "We're touring the whole country because we want everyone to know that Behn is the grandmother of English literature.
"She is the woman who started it all. Without Behn there's no Austen, there's no Eliot, there's no Brontë sisters.

"She was the first one. That's why she's such a big deal." 

Screenrant lists some films to prepare for the next premiere of Persuasion 2022:

Jane Eyre 2011

To no surprise, the lead protagonist of this film is the titular character Jane, and what a powerhouse she is. To those around her, she is plain and unassuming, but underneath she has passion, fire, and intellect. Again, for Austen fans awaiting another adaptation, it’s a good placeholder.

In truth, it’s darker than the average Austen tale in tone, style, and story. There are heavy themes running throughout its entirety. Watching Jane navigate the unfairness of life, and her love Mr. Rochester is heartbreaking and wrought with raw emotions. It’s a more serious choice as compared to Persuasion, but not one to skip. (Brecca Mullinax)

HerCanberra remembers that the Pillar Portrait is now on display at the Canberra National Portrait Gallery:

From Shakespeare to Winehouse, Darwin to Dickens, the Beatles, Brontë sisters and Beckham, the National Portrait Gallery London holds the world’s most extensive collection of portraits. While they undergo the largest renovation of their building in 125 years, more than 80 treasures from their collection are on show in Canberra for this exclusive exhibition.

MovieWeb publishes a list of Korean TV dramas based on revenge plots:

Secret (2013)

Directed by Baek Sang-hoon and Lee Eung-bok (Descendants of the Sun), Secret is another oldie but a goodie. Featuring a revenge-seeking male lead whose character emulates the conflict of Wuthering Heights' Heathcliffe (sic), this drama is gripping, melodramatic, and unlike anything one will find in newer dramas. (Fatima Ali Idrisoglu) 

Helena's Blog interviews the author Sophy Layzell:

What would be your 3 ‘desert island’ books?

I rarely re-read books these days. I used to struggle to find good books, but now I’m an author, I’ve discovered so many amazing writers, there’s not enough time to devour them all!

But ones I’ve consistently enjoyed each time are Katherine by Anya Seaton, Wuthering Heights and any of Tintin’s adventures.

Notaterapia (Brazil) wonders why Emily Brontë used a masculine pseudonym when publishing Wuthering Heights. Hamburg News discusses TB in the 21st century and mentions the Brontë sisters as victims. Ziua de Sud (Romania) posts an article on the symbolism of fire and ice in Jane Eyre. Viva has a fashion photoshoot under the title: Wuthering Heights: Exquisite Outfits That Spell 'Windswept Chic'. Whatever. Finally, AnneBrontë.org publishes a post on "Sutcliffe Sowden And The Marriage Of Charlotte Brontë"