Agnes Grey: illustrated Edition

Agnes Grey as you haven't seen it before -- in a remarkable illustrated edition.

In a world where wealth dictates worth and a woman’s ambition is often silenced, Agnes Grey dares to dream beyond the confines of her modest upbringing. When financial ruin befalls her family, she steps into the unknown, taking on the role of a governess—only to find that the greatest challenge is not the unruly children she must teach, but the cruelty, entitlement, and arrogance of those who employ her.

Through the cold halls of grand estates and the suffocating rules of high society, Agnes battles isolation, humiliation, and the slow erosion of hope. Yet, beneath the surface of her quiet resilience, a fire burns. A chance encounter sparks an unlikely connection, and amidst the bleakness of her duties, a love story begins to unfold—one built on intellect, kindness, and a shared longing for something more than what the rigid world around them allows.

But can Agnes truly escape the role she was born into? Or is she doomed to remain an invisible figure in the grand lives of others?

Anne Brontë’s Agnes Grey is a powerful and unflinching look at the struggles of working women in the 19th century, laced with sharp social commentary, deep emotional turmoil, and the quiet but fierce strength of a woman determined to write her own story. Perfect for fans of Jane Eyre and Pride and Prejudice, this novel is both a heartbreaking reflection of reality and a timeless call to independence.

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Release date

Lydbog: 19. marts 2025