"A Secret Garden" is a classic children's novel written by Frances Hodgson Burnett, first published in 1911. The story is set in England and revolves around Mary Lennox, a spoiled and lonely girl who is sent to live with her reclusive uncle after her parents' death. She discovers a hidden, neglected garden on her uncle's estate, which has been locked and abandoned for years.As Mary begins to explore the garden, she not only brings it back to life but also undergoes a personal transformation. She befriends her cousin Colin, who has been confined to his room due to illness, and together with the help of a kind-hearted servant named Dickon, they nurture the garden and heal themselves in the process. The garden symbolizes the themes of rebirth, renewal, and the transformative power of nature."A Secret Garden" is a heartwarming tale of friendship, resilience, and the magic of the natural world. It remains a beloved classic in children's literature and is cherished by readers of all ages for its timeless themes and beautifully written prose.
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"A Secret Garden" is a classic children's novel written by Frances Hodgson Burnett, first published in 1911. The story is set in England and revolves around Mary Lennox, a spoiled and lonely girl who is sent to live with her reclusive uncle after her parents' death. She discovers a hidden, neglected garden on her uncle's estate, which has been locked and abandoned for years.As Mary begins to explore the garden, she not only brings it back to life but also undergoes a personal transformation. She befriends her cousin Colin, who has been confined to his room due to illness, and together with the help of a kind-hearted servant named Dickon, they nurture the garden and heal themselves in the process. The garden symbolizes the themes of rebirth, renewal, and the transformative power of nature."A Secret Garden" is a heartwarming tale of friendship, resilience, and the magic of the natural world. It remains a beloved classic in children's literature and is cherished by readers of all ages for its timeless themes and beautifully written prose.
Mrs. Sowerby sends a note to Master Craven saying that he must travel home and see his son at once. On the trip home, he thinks back at his son’s health history and regrets not spending time with Colin. Upon his return, he goes to the garden to see his son and is delighted to see the children playing. Mary, Colin, and Archibald walk to the house happy.
Mrs. Sowerby visits the garden. Everyone notices how much Colin looks like his mother. Mary and Colin embrace Mrs. Sowerby and wish that she were their mothers.
We discover more about the robin. Mary and Colin are transformed into happy delightful children. Colin has opened the drapes in his room that covered his mother’s portrait.
The children agree to let Dickon’s mother (Mrs. Sowerby) in on the secret of the garden. They tell her of their large appetites and she sends them food. Mary and Colin find it difficult to maintain their charade.
Mary, Dickon, Colin, and Ben continue to tend to the garden while Colin’s strength increases. He is determined to build his strength enough to surprise his father when he returns. They discuss Magic.
Colin stands to talk to Ben, Dickon and Mary are surprised at this. Ben tells the children that Colin’s mother asked him to take care of the garden once a year if something was to happen to her. Colin claims the garden as his own and plants a rose in his name.
Mary and Dickon speak in a Yorkshire dialect and Colin joins them for the first time. Colin asks Dickon about the great gray tree from which his mother fell. Ben Weatherstaff sees the children and insults Colin.
Mary and Dickon take Colin to see the garden. At once, his pale skin becomes rosey again. Mary and Colin both comment about this being their first time seeing springtime.
Mary tells Dickon about the previous events with Colin. He is determined to bring Colin to the garden. Mary and Colin’s friendship grows and she tells him all about the garden.
Mary awakens to hear Colin screaming and throwing a tantrum from inside his room. She is summoned to his room and scolds him for screaming. She tells him that she hates him and he should go on screaming forever. She then looks at his back claiming that there is nothing wrong with it. Colin realizes for the first time that his affliction is largely in his head.
Martha tells Mary that Colin will be angry and throw a tantrum if she decides to see Dickon instead of visiting him in his room. Mary confronts Colin about his health saying that he isn’t dying—he’s only feeling sorry for himself. He tells her that he will banish Dickon if it happens again.
Mary talks to Colin about taking him to see the garden. Upon returning to the garden, she notices that spring has arrived and the flowers are blooming. Dickon declares that Colin will never get better as long as he only thinks of sickness and death.
Mary tells Martha about Colin who is worried that she may be fired for letting anyone near the ill son. Mary returns to Colin and they talk about positive thinking. When Master Craven and Mrs. Medlock enter the room, Colin tells them that he will see Mary any time he likes because she makes him feel well.
Mary hears a noise during a storm. She meets Colin, Archibald’s ill son. Mary tells him of the garden and he wants to see it someday. Colin expresses his anger toward his deceased mother.
Mary tells Martha her feelings for Dickon. Mrs. Sowerby scolds Archibald for neglecting Mary, so he sends for her at once. They meet and instantly like each other. Mary tells her uncle that she would like a bit of earth to make her happy. He tells her she can have any piece of earth on the manor grounds. Dickon promises to return to the garden.
Mary shows Dickon the garden and he agrees to help her take care of it. Mary admits to him that she likes him and he, inturn, admits he likes her. When she leaves to go inside, she worries that she’ll never see him again.
Mary wanders about the garden. Later, she asks Martha if she has any tools to aid in gardening. Martha tells her to write a letter to Dickon to bring some tools for her. As Martha leaves, Mary hears a faint sound of someone crying.
Mary continues her search for the secret garden, to no avail. Martha tells Mary that her mother is truly enchanted by the stories of the girl from India. While skipping rope down a small pathway, she discovers a hidden door which she unlocks with the key she found earlier. Inside, she finds the secret garden.
"A Secret Garden" is a classic children's novel written by Frances Hodgson Burnett, first published in 1911. The story is set in England and revolves around Mary Lennox, a spoiled and lonely girl who is sent to live with her reclusive uncle after her parents' death. She discovers a hidden, neglected garden on her uncle's estate, which has been locked and abandoned for years.As Mary begins to explore the garden, she not only brings it back to life but also undergoes a personal transformation. She befriends her cousin Colin, who has been confined to his room due to illness, and together with the help of a kind-hearted servant named Dickon, they nurture the garden and heal themselves in the process. The garden symbolizes the themes of rebirth, renewal, and the transformative power of nature."A Secret Garden" is a heartwarming tale of friendship, resilience, and the magic of the natural world. It remains a beloved classic in children's literature and is cherished by readers of all ages for its timeless themes and beautifully written prose.
