John Ward's Governess: A Novel (1868)

By Annie Lyndsay MacGregor

Book Overview

John Ward's Governess is a novel written by Annie Lyndsay Macgregor and published in 1868. The story follows the life of a young woman named Edith who becomes the governess to John Ward, the son of a wealthy landowner. Edith quickly becomes a beloved member of the Ward family, but her life takes a dramatic turn when she falls in love with John's father, Mr. Ward.As their relationship develops, Edith must navigate the complicated social norms of Victorian England and the disapproval of those around her. She faces challenges and obstacles as she tries to balance her love for Mr. Ward with her duty to John and the rest of the family.Throughout the novel, Macgregor explores themes of love, duty, and social class. She paints a vivid picture of life in Victorian England and the struggles faced by women of the time. The novel is a compelling and emotional tale of forbidden love and the sacrifices that must be made for the sake of duty and responsibility.John Ward's Governess is a timeless classic that continues to resonate with readers today. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Victorian literature, romance, and the complexities of human relationships.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164910949
• ISBN13: 9781164910947
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 314 Pages
• Weight: 0.93 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"