The Governess; Or, Little Female Academy
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Sarah Fielding
Binding: Hardback
Published: The Juvenile Library - Oxford University Press, 1968
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This classic work of 18th-century English literature, "The Governess; Or, Little Female Academy" by Sarah Fielding, is a foundational children's novel. It chronicles the experiences of nine young girls under the tutelage of Mrs. Teachum, presenting a series of moral fables and instructive tales designed to impart virtues and proper conduct. The narrative illustrates the importance of education, friendship, and ethical behavior through the girls' interactions and the stories they share. This pioneering text offers a fascinating glimpse into the pedagogical philosophies and social expectations for young women during the Enlightenment period.
Author: Sarah Fielding
Binding: Hardback
Published: The Juvenile Library - Oxford University Press, 1968
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
This classic work of 18th-century English literature, "The Governess; Or, Little Female Academy" by Sarah Fielding, is a foundational children's novel. It chronicles the experiences of nine young girls under the tutelage of Mrs. Teachum, presenting a series of moral fables and instructive tales designed to impart virtues and proper conduct. The narrative illustrates the importance of education, friendship, and ethical behavior through the girls' interactions and the stories they share. This pioneering text offers a fascinating glimpse into the pedagogical philosophies and social expectations for young women during the Enlightenment period.