Agnes Grey

In her debut novel, "Agnes Grey," Anne Brontë masterfully explores themes of social class, gender roles, and the confines of domestic life through the eyes of her eponymous protagonist. The narrative unfolds with an intimate realism, punctuated by incisive observations on the struggles faced by governesses in 19th-century England. Brontë's lyrical prose, which blends Victorian earnestness with a keen psychological depth, invites readers to empathize with Agnes as she navigates a world rife with ...