Bertha Mason

Infamous as Charlotte Brontë's 'Madwoman in the Attic', Bertha Mason has become one of literary history's most intriguing women. From her portrayal as the pyromaniac feral woman and first Mrs Rochester, locked away in the cavernous attic, to her revival as passionate young Antoinette in Jean Rhys' Wide Sargasso Sea, Bertha Mason is a character who continues to fascinate both readers and scholars. Join us as we delve into these two portrayals, and attempt to uncover who Bertha Mason is, and what she continues to represent to us.If you want to support Deviant Women, follow us on: PatreonTwitter @DeviantWomenFacebook @deviantwomenpodcastInstagram @deviantwomenpodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.