
A shy, stubborn girl arrives at a remote English manor after the loss of her parents, carrying the weight of her privileged yet neglected upbringing in distant India. The cold, sprawling house mirrors her own isolation, and the servants move about in hushed, uneasy whispers that only deepen her sense of alienation. As she navigates the endless corridors and the stern expectations of her new guardians, Mary’s sharp tongue and restless spirit keep her at odds with everyone around her.
Yet amidst the gloom, she stumbles upon a hint of something forgotten—a locked door and a rumor of a garden that has lain untended for years. The mere suggestion of a hidden, living space awakens a curiosity she has never felt before, promising a quiet place where the outside world might finally reach her. As she begins to explore the mysteries of the estate, the promise of renewal whispers just beyond the stone walls.
Language
en
Duration
~7 hours (425K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
1994-03-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1849–1924
Best known for turning childhood into a place of wonder, feeling, and quiet transformation, this English-born novelist wrote stories that have charmed readers for generations. Her most beloved books, including The Secret Garden and A Little Princess, mix hardship with hope in a way that still feels fresh.
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