It's a secret garden, and I'm the only one in the world who wants it to be alive." When orphaned Mary Lennox first arrives at Misselthwaite Manor, she is coming to a large, dark house full of secrets. Indoors, she slowly uncovers the truth about her invalid cousin, Colin, and helps him rebuild his strength and spirit. But it is outdoors that the real magic lies, behind the hidden door to the walled secret garden which, with the help of her new friend Dickon, she brings back to life. This entrancing story has charmed gen errations and become one of the key classics of children's literature. The Secret Garden was first published in 1911. Full of mystery and romance, it has never been out of print.
Kids will love this hilarious fairy tale adventure packed with clever twists, familiar characters and page-turning fun.
The second book in a fabulous new magical, middle-grade series filled with adventure, wonder and wildness,
This is Book 8 in the Kingfisher Classics Series. See all Kingfisher Classics books here.
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Frances Hodgson Burnett (1849-1924) was an English-American author and playwright. She is best known for her incredibly popular novels for children, including `Little Lord Fauntleroy', `The Secret Garden' and `A Little Princess'.
More about Frances Hodgson BurnettJason Cockcroft is the illustrator/author of over 40 children's books. He has worked with numerous publishers, notably illustrating covers for the last three books in the HARRY POTTER series. Jason has been nominated for the Kate Greenaway Medal and he won the inaugural Blue Peter Book Award for A PILGRIM'S PROGRESS.
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