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The Secret Garden

By Frances Hodgson Burnett

Adjectives

enchanting heartwarming inspirational

Genres

Classics Friendship/Family Feelings/Wellbeing

Synopsis

After losing her parents to cholera in India, ten-year-old Mary Lennox is sent to live with her reclusive uncle in a vast, gloomy mansion on the Yorkshire moors. Lonely and headstrong, Mary discovers a hidden, neglected garden and, with the help of her new friend Dickon and her ailing cousin Colin, works to restore it. As the garden flourishes, so do the children's spirits, leading to healing and transformation for all involved.

About the author

Frances Hodgson Burnett was a famous author who loved writing magical and heart-warming stories for children. She is best known for her wonderful books 'The Secret Garden', 'A Little Princess', and 'Little Lord Fauntleroy'. Her stories often have brave children, beautiful gardens, and happy endings that inspire readers around the world.

Pages

72 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Published

2004

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