Publisher's Synopsis
Governess Life: Its Trials, Duties, And Encouragements is a book written by Mary Atkinson Maurice in 1849. The book provides a comprehensive description of the life of a governess during the Victorian era. It covers the various challenges that governesses faced in their daily lives, including the low pay, long working hours, and the lack of social status. The book also delves into the duties of a governess, such as teaching, disciplining, and nurturing their charges. Additionally, the author highlights the positive aspects of governess life, such as the satisfaction of shaping young minds and the opportunity to travel and see new places. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the social history of the Victorian era and the role of women in society. It provides a firsthand account of the challenges and rewards of being a governess during this time period.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.
