Ervin Patrick's Reviews > Agnes Grey & Poems

Though considered a straightforward and an inferior novel in contrast to the novels of the author's sisters--Ms. Charlotte Bronte and Ms.Emily Bronte, the novel can be as deeply poignant and moving should the reader be able to put himself or herself in the shoes of the heroine. With its portrayal of a governess's role, one can think, especially those who are both future and present Educators, the weight of its message's relevance to the present day. The novel is indeed a manifestation that Education is not a facile course as most people regard it. The novel is a manifestation of perseverance itself and trust to God's graceful hands both portrayed by Agnes as a governess; indeed a novel with a tone of a curate's daughter and an effective--that is, persevere and kind--tutor.