{"product_id":"the-secret-garden-classic-starts-hardcover","title":"The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett (Classic Starts) [Hardcover]","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"91\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"91\"\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"93\" data-end=\"380\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"93\" data-end=\"112\"\u003eThe Secret Garden\u003c\/em\u003e is a beloved children's classic written by \u003cstrong data-start=\"156\" data-end=\"183\"\u003eFrances Hodgson Burnett\u003c\/strong\u003e, first published in 1911. The \u003cem data-start=\"214\" data-end=\"230\"\u003eClassic Starts\u003c\/em\u003e edition offers a simplified and accessible version of the original novel, making it easier for younger readers to engage with this heartwarming tale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"382\" data-end=\"786\" class=\"\"\u003eThe story follows Mary Lennox, a spoiled, lonely, and unpleasant girl, who is sent to live with her reclusive uncle, Archibald Craven, at Misselthwaite Manor in Yorkshire, England, after the death of her parents. The manor is a large, gloomy place, and Mary feels out of place. However, as she explores the grounds, she discovers a hidden garden that has been locked and neglected for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"788\" data-end=\"1297\" class=\"\"\u003eWith the help of new friends—Dickon, a nature-loving boy, and Colin, her sickly cousin who is confined to a wheelchair—Mary embarks on a journey to bring the garden back to life. As the garden begins to bloom, so do the characters, including Mary, who transforms from a selfish, spoiled child into a kind and compassionate girl. The act of caring for the garden also leads to healing in other areas of their lives, and the story reveals the power of nature, friendship, and love in transforming lives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1299\" data-end=\"1522\" class=\"\"\u003eThe \u003cem data-start=\"1303\" data-end=\"1319\"\u003eClassic Starts\u003c\/em\u003e edition of \u003cem data-start=\"1331\" data-end=\"1350\"\u003eThe Secret Garden\u003c\/em\u003e provides a condensed version of the original narrative while maintaining the key themes of the story, such as renewal, the importance of kindness, and the magic of nature.\u003cstrong data-start=\"1528\" data-end=\"1543\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2169\" data-end=\"2218\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2173\" data-end=\"2218\"\u003eAbout the Author:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2220\" data-end=\"2590\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2220\" data-end=\"2247\"\u003eFrances Hodgson Burnett\u003c\/strong\u003e (1849–1924) was an English-American author and playwright, best known for her children's novels. Born in England, she moved to the United States with her family in the 1860s. Burnett is widely recognized for writing \u003cem data-start=\"2464\" data-end=\"2483\"\u003eThe Secret Garden\u003c\/em\u003e, as well as \u003cem data-start=\"2496\" data-end=\"2515\"\u003eA Little Princess\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem data-start=\"2520\" data-end=\"2544\"\u003eLittle Lord Fauntleroy\u003c\/em\u003e, which are also beloved by readers worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2592\" data-end=\"2945\" class=\"\"\u003eHer works often explore themes of resilience, personal growth, and the importance of kindness. \u003cem data-start=\"2687\" data-end=\"2706\"\u003eThe Secret Garden\u003c\/em\u003e is perhaps her most famous book and has been adapted into numerous stage and film productions over the years. Burnett’s ability to create heartfelt, enduring stories has made her one of the most cherished authors of children's literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2947\" data-end=\"3158\" class=\"\"\u003eThe \u003cem data-start=\"2951\" data-end=\"2967\"\u003eClassic Starts\u003c\/em\u003e series, which includes \u003cem data-start=\"2991\" data-end=\"3010\"\u003eThe Secret Garden\u003c\/em\u003e, presents these timeless tales in a format that is accessible and enjoyable for young readers, introducing them to the magic of classic literature.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clapping Pages","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":45157363482810,"sku":"2PXTZJT35-Used","price":19.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5576\/0826\/files\/TheSecretGarden_ClassicStarts.jpg?v=1758051239","url":"https:\/\/clappingpages.com\/products\/the-secret-garden-classic-starts-hardcover","provider":"Clapping Pages","version":"1.0","type":"link"}