Celebrate this timeless classic with the best very version you can get, this unabridged Classics Made Easy edition. Follow Mary Lennox from India to Yorkshire, England, and watch her grow from an over-privileged girl who has never tied her own shoes, to a caring young woman. In her adventures, Mary meets a young man who can converse with animals, discovers and solves the hidden mystery of a secret garden, and helps her sick cousin to recover. Guided by a remarkable red robin, through her deeds and work she grows right along with this very special garden. Brought to the stage and film many times over the years, including the recently released movie of the same title, starring Colin Firth and Dixie Egerickx. This Classics Made Easy edition uniquely includes: * A glossary of over 150 words, covering slang and specialized terms from the period.* A historical orientation to the time period, giving context to the story. * An appendix listing each character, who they are and where they first appear.* An additional appendix listing each location mentioned in the story and where it is. * A biographical article covering the life of the author, Frances Hodgson Burnett, and where she got the idea for The Secret Garden. For over a century children, young adults, and adults of all ages have been touched by this masterpiece. Make it yours and pass it on to your children.
