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Few children's classics can match the charm and originality of Frances Hodgson Burnett's The Secret Garden, the unforgettable story of sullen, sulky Mary Lennox, "the most disagreeable-looking child ever seen." When a cholera epidemic leaves her as an orphan, Mary is sent to England to live with her reclusive uncle, Archibald Craven, at Misselthwaite Manor. Unloved and unloving, Mary wanders the desolate moors until one day she chances upon the door of a secret garden. What follows is one of the most beautiful tales of transformation in children's literature, as Mary her sickly and tyrannical cousin Colin and a peasant boy named Dickson secretly strive to make the garden bloom once more.
A unique blend of realism and magic, The Secret Garden remains a moving expression of every child's need to nurture and be nurtured—a story that has captured for all time the rare and enchanted world of childhood.
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"I have always been a fan of books that are either lengthy or have a really good plot line like this does. I started on this book a few weeks ago, and after reading just one chapter I knew I was hooked on this book. The book has a lot of foreshadowing elements in it if you know to look for. The over all general concept conveyed in the book is really quite touching, even to someone that is as young as me. I may be in high school, but I always love reading a good book and this one was an amazing book for me."
— Travis (5 out of 5 stars)
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This adaptation has its own special appeal. Although considerably shorter than the original, it remains faithful to the plot. Allen's oversize chalk drawings are handsome. Children sometimes pass over Burnett's story because by the time they are able to read it, they are no longer interested in the subject. For them, this adaptation will work well.
— Booklist
The Secret Garden Listener Reviews
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" Fondly read over and over again as a child "
— Paula, 2/14/2014 -
" Loved as a child. Still a fav. "
— Alexsandra, 2/9/2014 -
" There is so much that should make this book fail. The northern accents for a start are almost as cloying as Dickens's attempts in Hard Times. the principals shouldn't engage sympathy. The garden shouldn't work as a metaphor. Its portrayal of Indians is appalling even by the standards of its day. It does work though and it works rather well. "
— Simon, 1/31/2014 -
" One of my childhood favorites. A must-read for anyone looking for a good book! "
— Mary, 1/28/2014 -
" Loved it as a kid, and reread as an adult. Still great even as a grown-up. "
— Kyla, 1/25/2014 -
" I had to read this in my 5th grade class. I thought it was going to be girly because of title but it turned out to be good "
— Aj, 1/18/2014 -
" I loved this book. I'm not really sure why. K would never have bothered to pick it up on my own and only read it for my Children's Literature class. Now I am surprised that I didn't read it sooner because I really loved the film when I was little and am pleased to say that the book is even better. "
— Ashlea, 1/16/2014 -
" I read this book when I was younger so I do not remember it as well but it was a really good book for when I read it. "
— Shannon, 1/15/2014 -
" Best children's book EVER! Read this to my kids in the car on a long trip. Even Dad couldn't wait to hear more. "
— Gwen, 1/3/2014 -
" When I was in 6th grade (many years back), this was my all time favorite book. It's the little things in life that help us get through the tough times. Just how the garden was for the girl. "
— Kimberly, 1/1/2014 -
" This was a re-read from childhood. Loved it more the 2nd time. Perfect season to be reading it too. Everything outside here is coming alive just like in the book. "
— Casey, 12/23/2013 -
" The book that hooked me on books. As a child, this book taught me how beautiful and amazing it is to get lost in the images drawn by the mind. "
— Lama, 11/22/2013 -
" Read my review at Gator Book Chomp. "
— Abbie, 11/12/2013 -
" First book i ever read in english =) "
— Noor, 10/24/2013 -
" Re-read this book because my daughter is reading it. Without a doubt--my favorite book! "
— Aileen, 10/19/2013 -
" I havent read this book in years but I always find myself thinking about it. it is a really good book and when I have a child I hope theh will read it as well "
— Jenny, 9/2/2013 -
" Second only to Charlotte's Web "
— Martha, 7/26/2013 -
" The storyline itself was good. The reason why I only gave it three stars was because it lacks a climax, to me at least. "
— Syaz, 5/29/2013 -
" It was cute. Nothing special here, though. I know a lot of people would disagree with me, but there it is... "
— Laura, 4/13/2013 -
" Really loved it when I first read it. "
— Holly, 1/27/2013 -
" it was so good one of my favorite books "
— Hannah, 11/25/2012 -
" I read this book as a child, astounding book. "
— Elya, 8/20/2012 -
" It was a good read. I felt happy after reading the book. :) "
— Rowena, 8/5/2012 -
" this book is so adorable. I always try to imagine how the secret garden looks like. Burnett is so clever in describing it. "
— Wanti, 7/7/2012 -
" I loved this book.It was a cheerful, refreshing change and I think it's such vivid description that it's easy to be transported. I am so glad I came across it again. "
— Sandra, 1/1/2012 -
" Loved this book. Even though it's kid lit. I loved it. "
— Beverly, 12/27/2011 -
" A book that makes you believe in happy endings. That love can melt even a heart of stone. A book I'd like to go to sleep after reading. Heart-warming tale. "
— Aamen, 10/20/2011 -
" This is a very sweet children's book. A lovely light read. "
— Gabriela, 8/15/2011 -
" It was a really, really, really good story. I liked that it wasn't too happy and it wasn't too sad. I would recommend this book to someone who liked The Penderwicks. "
— Evkinnell, 7/28/2011 -
" first book that really affected me as a child. "
— Nadine, 6/18/2011 -
" I read this book with my two daughters and was charmed by it all over again. "
— Carla, 5/25/2011 -
" a must read for all children "
— Simon, 5/23/2011 -
" A childhood favorite, I love the imagery and language. Ahhhh! "
— Mshodes, 5/22/2011 -
" I love this book. Rereading it on my iPad to bring back the memories. :) "
— Amy, 5/22/2011 -
" Hay, nh? nhàng, tuy c?u trúc truy?n không logic l?m và hoi nhàn nh?t, nhung bù l?i không khí thiên nhiên, d?ng quê trong truy?n thì tuy?t v?i. Ð?c xong ch? u?c có d?a b?n nhu Dickon. "
— Gathienology, 5/22/2011 -
" One of my first forays into reading a classic novel. I first read it in primary school and it was full of magic for me. "
— Larissa, 5/21/2011 -
" I've read this about 6 times. So should you. "
— Dawn, 5/20/2011 -
" One of my favorite books (that wasn't about animals) when I was growing up. "
— Leigh, 5/20/2011 -
" I read this to Paul and Lila, and we loved it. I don't think I've ever read it before. I didn't realize how much it is about the power of positive thinking. "
— Melissa, 5/20/2011 -
" I cannot count how many copies of this book I have bought. It is the perfect gift for a ten year old having a birthday. It brings back wonderful memories of a teacher reading to the class. Thank you Mrs. Jackson. "
— Liz, 5/19/2011 -
" I really like the book but if I were rating the musical (which is amazing!), I'd give it 5 stars. It's one of my top 3 musicals. "
— Synthia, 5/18/2011 -
" It was as beautiful as I remember. A perfect read-aloud: we got to that magical point when no one, not even Mom who has a million things to do, wants to put it down. "
— Micah, 5/16/2011 -
" One of those old books that when you start... you have to finish. What I recommend is: Watch the movie. Seriously. It might be different but it still gives the main point(s). Bleh... "
— fifi, 5/16/2011 -
" My first english book I read for pleasure and not because someone told me to do so. "
— Angie, 5/15/2011
About Frances Hodgson Burnett
Frances Hodgson Burnett (1849–1924) was an English-born author of romances and books for children. After moving to America in 1865, she established a popular reputation with the publication of That Lass o’ Lowrie’s in 1877. She is best known for such novels as Little Lord Fauntleroy, A Little Princess, and The Secret Garden.