The Little Governess

Length: 40 mins
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher: Naxos AudioBooks

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In Katherine Mansfield's masterful short story "Bliss," we meet Bertha, who initially basks in a profound sense of happiness as she reflects on her life. Her joyful walk home takes a stark turn when she uncovers her husband's affair with her friend Pearl, leading to a poignant exploration of themes like marriage, betrayal, and the complexities of human emotions. This tale is part of the "Bliss & Other Stories" collection, which also includes five additional works by Mansfield.

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