02254cam a22003373u 4500 73245 UtSlPG 20260610134708.0 m cr n 260607r20241919utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PZ Kelly, M. Harding (Minnie Harding) The secret of Oaklands Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2024 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2024-03-24 Al Haines "The Secret of Oaklands" by M. Harding Kelly is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story centers around Margaret Woodford, a young woman who faces unexpected hardships after the financial collapse of her father's business leaves her penniless and forces her to leave her beloved family home. As she embarks on a new chapter of her life, she takes on the role of governess at Oaklands, where she must navigate the challenges of her spirited pupil, Ellice, and the complexities of her new surroundings. The opening of the novel presents a poignant and emotional scene where Margaret experiences the devastating impact of her father's bank failure and subsequent illness, ultimately leading to his death. Left alone, she grapples with the loss of her family’s home and the daunting realities of her new life. The narrative swiftly shifts to her arrival at Oaklands, where she meets her new pupil, Ellice Medhurst, along with the complexities of her role as a governess. Initial struggles occur as Margaret attempts to assert her authority over the unruly child, setting the stage for a battle of wills that promises to be central to the unfolding story. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: London: R.T.S.--Lutterworth Press, 1919 Christian life -- Juvenile fiction Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction Governesses -- Juvenile fiction Evison, G. Henry, 1871-1928 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/73245 113970 113970