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Agnes Grey (Version 3)

Agnes Grey (Version 3)

By: Anne Brontë
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Dive into Anne Brontës poignant semi-autobiographical tale of Agnes Grey, a spirited young woman who takes on the challenging role of a governess to help her family. As she navigates the trials and tribulations of her new profession, Agnes discovers that the path to independence is fraught with unexpected hardships. - Summary by Libby GohnCopyright Fiction Classics Art Literary History & Criticism Social Sciences
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