Agnes Grey is a novel by Anne Brontë, first published in 1847. It follows the life of Agnes Grey, a governess, as she works in several different households. Agnes is the daughter of a poor clergyman, and she takes a job as a governess to support her family. She is hired by the Bloomfield family, where she is treated poorly by the children and their mother. Agnes is then hired by the Murrays, where she is treated better, but still struggles to maintain order and discipline. Agnes eventually finds a job with the Robinsons, where she is treated with respect and kindness. She is able to form a bond with the children and teach them valuable lessons. Throughout the novel, Agnes reflects on the difficulties of her profession and the importance of patience and kindness. She also reflects on the importance of education and the power of literature. In the end, Agnes is able to find happiness and contentment in her life.
By Anne Brontë · First published 1847 · Genre: Realistic Fiction, Romance, Gothic Fiction · 25 chapters