Eight Cousins Chapter 22 - Something to do

In which Rose, eager to find diversion during a quiet winter afternoon, discovers her maid Phebe secretly striving to educate herself with meagre resources, and kindly resolves to teach her, much to their mutual delight and profit. Their unpretentious "school" gains the warm approval of their household, including Dr. Alec, who pledges to provide Phebe with a proper education, bringing new hopes and happiness to all concerned.