In this moving tale, Margaret Oliphant offers a subtle study of social morality in 19th-century Britain through the eyes of the protagonist Phoebe, and her sister who become teachers to make ends meet. The novel deals with love, family relationships, and the moral responsibilities women undertake in their life. It is a worthy read for fans of classic English literature

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