Danesbury House is a novel written by Mrs. Henry Wood and published in 1860. The story follows the lives of the Danesbury family, who are wealthy and influential members of society in 19th century England. The patriarch of the family, Mr. Danesbury, is a respected businessman and politician, while his wife, Lady Danesbury, is a socialite who is highly regarded for her beauty and charm.The novel begins with the arrival of a new governess, Miss Hallijohn,...