Miss Con

In this spirited collection of journal entries, Constance Conway navigates the cramped expectations of a nineteenth‑century governess while dreaming of a future beyond the drawing‑room. Her sharp eye captures the quirks of her benefactor, the rotund yet well‑meaning Craven, whose endless repetitions and grandiose promises set the stage for Constance’s uneasy decision about a new appointment with the fashionable Romilly circle. Through witty observations and candid self‑reflection, she balances the monotony of household duties with a restless urge to write and teach.

The narrative unfolds as a lively guide for young women who crave both respectable work and creative expression. It offers practical hints on authorship, the perils of social maneuvering, and the small triumphs that brighten ordinary days. Readers will find a warm, humorous portrait of a woman determined to shape her own path, even when the world seems intent on fitting her into a round hole.