The Angel and the Demon: A Tale

"The Angel and the Demon: A Tale" by T. S. Arthur is a 19th-century story about Mrs. Dainty, a stylish mother, who wants a governess to help with her children. The book looks at things like power, social status, and how kids should be taught morals, all through the eyes of Florence Harper, the young governess, as she deals with problems in her new job. The story starts with Mrs. Dainty, who isn't feeling well and has a lot to deal with as a mom, so she decides to get a governess, even though her Uncle John doesn't think it's a good idea. When Florence Harper shows up, Mrs. Dainty checks her out carefully, and the kids don't really like her at first. The children, especially Agnes, don't want to listen to Florence, and it's clear that Mrs. Dainty has high hopes, but the kids aren't happy with their new governess. The story shows how Florence tries to take charge and the problems that come up as she tries to teach and take care of the Dainty children.