New Shirley and Agnes

New reprints (with new covers) of Agnes Grey and Shirley are published by Arcturus Publishing:

The Arcturus Classics series brings together high-quality paperback editions of classics works, presented with contemporary graphic cover designs. Together they make a wonderful collection which is perfect for any home library.

Shirley

by Charlotte Brontë

Arcturus Publishing

ISBN: 9781398813588

First published in 1849, Shirley was Charlotte Brontë’s second novel after Jane Eyre. The book revolves around two female protagonists, Shirley and Caroline, as they explore friendships, romance and their position in society against the background of great social change. Set during the Luddite movement which began in 1811, Shirley is a thought-provoking historical novel covering multiple important issues such as social justice and the role of women in nineteenth-century England.

Agnes Grey

by Anne Brontë

Arcturus Publishing

ISBN: 9781398813410

Anne Brontë's debut novel follows young Agnes Grey as she fights to earn enough money to support her family who have recently fallen into debt. Having always been treated like a child by her mother and father, Agnes sets out to prove herself by gaining employment as a governess for a wealthy family. This book follows Agnes's journey as she discovers the challenges of the job at Wellwood House which she is eventually forced to leave before moving on to another family.