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by Sarah Fielding (Author)
The Governess or The Little Female Academy is a novel written by Sarah Fielding. It was first published in 1749 and is considered one of the earliest examples of children's literature. The story follows the experiences of two young girls, Emily and Harriet, who are sent to a boarding school run by a governess named Mrs. Teachum. The novel is written in the form of a series of letters that Mrs. Teachum writes to her sister, in which she describes the daily activities and lessons of the girls at the school. The book is intended to teach young girls about morality, virtue, and proper behavior. Throughout the novel, the girls learn important life lessons, such as the importance of honesty, kindness, and hard work. They also learn about the dangers of vanity, gossip, and selfishness. The book emphasizes the importance of education for young girls and the role of women in society. Overall, The Governess or The Little Female Academy is a charming and educational novel that provides a glimpse into the lives of young girls in the 18th century. It is a valuable historical document as well as an enjoyable read for anyone interested in children's literature or the history of education.Here the poor girl wept so bitterly, and was so heartily grieved, that she could not utter one word more; but sat herself down, reclining her head upon her hand, in the most melancholy posture that could be; nor could she close her eyes all night, but lay tossing and raving with the thought how she should act, and what she should say to Miss Jenny the next day.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.
