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""The Governess: Or The Little Female Academy"" is a novel written by Mary Martha Sherwood and published in 1827. The story follows the life of a young girl named Rosamond, who is sent to a boarding school called The Little Female Academy to receive an education from her governess, Mrs. Mason. The novel explores themes of morality, religion, and the importance of education for young women during the 19th century.Throughout the book, Rosamond learns valuable lessons about obedience, humility, and the importance of being a good Christian. She also develops close relationships with her fellow students and her governess, who serves as a mentor and role model for her.The novel provides a glimpse into the lives of young women during the 19th century and the societal expectations placed upon them. It also highlights the importance of education for women during this time period, as well as the role of governesses in providing that education.Overall, ""The Governess: Or The Little Female Academy"" is a thought-provoking and insightful novel that sheds light on the experiences of young women during the 19th century and the importance of education and morality in shaping their lives.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.