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A novel written in the early 20th century, likely around the early 1900s. The story centers around a young woman named Cecil Anstruther, who has just graduated from the University of London and is seeking employment as a governess in a private family, particularly one abroad. The book explores themes of education, female agency, and cultural encounters as Cecil takes on her new