"Mère Giraud's Little Daughter" by Frances Hodgson Burnett is a short story set in 19th-century France, which follows the lives of Mère Giraud, a hardworking laundress, and her daughter, Cecile. It explores the challenges working-class women face and the complex dynamics of their relationship. With vividly drawn characters and a poignant narrative, the story sheds light on the issues of class and gender prevalent in French society during this time.