""Under The Blue Flag"" is a novel written by Mary E. Palgrave and published in 1883. The story is set in the mid-19th century and revolves around the life of a young girl named Hester who lives in a small village in England. Hester is an orphan who has been raised by her aunt and uncle, who are strict and unloving. She dreams of a better life and decides to leave the village to seek her fortune.Hester's journey takes her to London, where she finds...