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Why Characters Like Jane Eyre and Frodo Still Inspire Us

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What is fortitude—and why does it matter in literature and life? In this episode, the we explore the virtue of fortitude through the lens of beloved characters like Jane Eyre, Bilbo Baggins, Aragorn, and Hester Prynne. From the quiet strength of the hobbits to the moral resolve of Jane Eyre, we unpack how true fortitude blends courage, patience, endurance, and moral integrity. If you’ve ever wondered what makes a character truly heroic, or how virtue is taught through great books, this episode is for you.

Want to read the books we discussed?

Explore moral courage with the Jane Eyre Set (9th Grade):

https://www.memoriapress.com/curriculum/literature-and-poetry/ninth/jane-eyre-set/?utm_source=PodBean&utm_medium=CETC&utm_campaign=172

Discover quiet strength in the The Hobbit Set (6th Grade):

https://www.memoriapress.com/curriculum/literature-and-poetry/sixth/the-hobbit-set/?utm_source=PodBean&utm_medium=CETC&utm_campaign=172

Witness unwavering strength in the face of shame and suffering in the The Scarlet Letter Set (9th Grade):

https://www.memoriapress.com/curriculum/literature-and-poetry/ninth/scarlet-letter-set/?utm_source=PodBean&utm_medium=CETC&utm_campaign=172

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What is fortitude—and why does it matter in literature and life? In this episode, the we explore the virtue of fortitude through the lens of beloved characters like Jane Eyre, Bilbo Baggins, Aragorn, and Hester Prynne. From the quiet strength of the hobbits to the moral resolve of Jane Eyre, we unpack how true fortitude blends courage, patience, endurance, and moral integrity. If you’ve ever wondered what makes a character truly heroic, or how virtue is taught through great books, this episode is for you.

Want to read the books we discussed?

Explore moral courage with the Jane Eyre Set (9th Grade):

https://www.memoriapress.com/curriculum/literature-and-poetry/ninth/jane-eyre-set/?utm_source=PodBean&utm_medium=CETC&utm_campaign=172

Discover quiet strength in the The Hobbit Set (6th Grade):

https://www.memoriapress.com/curriculum/literature-and-poetry/sixth/the-hobbit-set/?utm_source=PodBean&utm_medium=CETC&utm_campaign=172

Witness unwavering strength in the face of shame and suffering in the The Scarlet Letter Set (9th Grade):

https://www.memoriapress.com/curriculum/literature-and-poetry/ninth/scarlet-letter-set/?utm_source=PodBean&utm_medium=CETC&utm_campaign=172

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