The Governess: Or, the Little Female Academy by Sarah Fielding

The Governess: Or, the Little Female Academy

Sarah Fielding

172 pages first pub 1749 (editions)

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First published in 1749 and reissued here in its 1765 printing, this novel by Sarah Fielding (1710 68) attempts to encourage young women to lives of virtue and benevolence through the story of nine girls living with their governess, Mrs Teachum, i...

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Community Reviews Summary of 59 reviews

Moods

lighthearted 75%
informative 50%
reflective 50%
funny 25%
relaxing 25%

Pace

slow 75%
medium 25%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 60% | Plot: 20% | A mix: 20%

Strong character development?

Yes: 50% | No: 25% | It's complicated: 25%

Loveable characters?

No: 40% | It's complicated: 20% | N/A: 20% | Yes: 20%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 100%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 80% | It's complicated: 20%

Average rating

2.37

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