Branwell Brontë

Branwell Brontë (1817-1848) was the only brother of the famous Brontë sisters—Charlotte, Emily, and Anne—who were influential 19th-century novelists. An artist and writer himself, Branwell struggled with mental health issues and alcoholism, which affected his literary career. He had aspirations to be a successful poet and painter but remained overshadowed by his sisters' achievements, especially after their novels, like "Jane Eyre" and "Wuthering Heights," gained acclaim. Despite his challenges, Branwell's life and works are often studied in relation to his family's legacy and the broader context of Victorian literature.