His Excellency's English Governess by Sydney C. Grier

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Author Grier, Sydney C., 1868-1933
Title His Excellency's English Governess
Note Reading ease score: 74.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "His Excellency's English Governess" by Sydney C. Grier is a novel written in the early 20th century, likely around the early 1900s. The story centers around a young woman named Cecil Anstruther, who has just graduated from the University of London and is seeking employment as a governess in a private family, particularly one abroad. The book explores themes of education, female agency, and cultural encounters as Cecil takes on her new role and faces the challenges it brings. The opening of the novel introduces Cecil's graduation day at the University of London, where she earns notable accolades, bringing her both pride and pressure as she considers her future. Following her graduation, Cecil engages in a heartfelt conversation with her principal, Miss Arbuthnot, who encourages her to pursue a position that fully utilizes her potential as a teacher. Seeking to help support her family, especially her younger siblings, Cecil ultimately resolves to accept a position as a governess for Azim Bey, the son of the Pasha of Baghdad. The narrative highlights her mixed emotions about leaving home and the responsibilities ahead, setting the stage for numerous adventures to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Governesses -- Fiction
Subject Baghdad (Iraq) -- Fiction
Subject British -- Iraq -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 66115
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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