Annotated Secret Garden
“Annotated Secret Garden” by Frances Hodgson Burnett, published by W. W. Norton & Company in October 2007, is a richly illustrated edition of the beloved classic. This annotated version features over one hundred stunning illustrations and provides insights into the life of Burnett, her experiences, and the Victorian context in which she wrote. The story follows an orphan girl who transitions from India to the British countryside, exploring themes of friendship and personal growth.
Readers will discover a deeper understanding of the narrative through the annotations, which highlight significant aspects of Burnett’s life and the societal attitudes of her time. The book emphasizes the magical journey of three children as they work together to restore a hidden garden, making it a captivating exploration of childhood and resilience. With its combination of literary criticism and engaging illustrations, this edition serves as both a reference and a delightful read for children and adults alike.
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The much-loved tale read by generations of children, now annotated and with over one hundred stunning illustrations.
Frances Hodgson Burnett was famous in her time for her adult novels and her forays into children’s literature with Little Lord Fauntleroy and A Little Princess. The Secret Garden, her story of an orphan girl who moves from India to the British countryside, has become a favorite book of every generation thereafter. Gretchen Holbrook Gerzina, the author of the definitive biography of Burnett, brings out aspects of Burnett’s life that led her to write the book, details of the Victorian England time period, attitudes toward children, and Burnett’s spiritual leanings. Gerzina captures the magical nature of the tale and the coming together of three children through restoring a hidden garden. With over one hundred illustrations, many in vibrant color, The Annotated Secret Garden is an enchanting gift for any child or for any adult who is still a feisty child underneath.
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