The Young Governess: A Tale For Girls (1872)

By Henry Courteney Selous

Book Overview

The Young Governess: A Tale For Girls is a novel written by Henry Courteney Selous and published in 1872. The book tells the story of a young woman named Edith, who becomes a governess to support herself after her father's death. Edith is a kind and intelligent young woman, but she faces many challenges in her new role as a governess. She must navigate the difficult personalities of her employers and their children, and she must also contend with the social and economic barriers that prevent her from achieving her dreams. Despite these obstacles, Edith remains determined to succeed and to make a better life for herself. The Young Governess is a heartwarming and inspiring story that explores themes of perseverance, resilience, and the power of education. It is a timeless tale that will resonate with readers of all ages, particularly young women who are striving to overcome adversity and achieve their goals.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: 1104411571
• ISBN13: 9781104411572
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 280 Pages
• Weight: 0.83 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"