The Secret Garden [Paperback]

Frances Hodgson Burnett (Author), Inga Moore (Illustrator)

Book Description

Age Level: 6 and up | Grade Level: 1 and up

The beloved original text now offered in a beautiful paperback edition by esteemed illustrator Inga Moore.

First published in 1911, The Secret Garden has entranced readers with the courage of two unhappy and withering children who become determined to make their lives, and the lives of others around them, more joyful. In this engaging unabridged edition, Inga Moore’s beautifully observed illustrations capture the magic of the secret garden springing to life under the tender care of Mary Lennox; her spoiled invalid cousin, Colin; and Dickon, a nature-loving Yorkshire boy.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 3–6—First published in 1911, Burnett's tale of burgeoning self-awareness, newfound friendship, and the healing effects of nature is presented in an elegant, oversize volume and handsomely illustrated with Moore's detailed ink and watercolor paintings. Cleanly laid-out text pages are balanced by artwork ranging from delicate spot images to full-page renderings. The outdoor scenes are beautifully depicted, presenting realistic images of animals and flowers, with the hues gradually warming in sync with the story's progression from winter's browns and beiges to the lush colors of spring. The young protagonists—lonely Mary Lennox; her sickly and spoiled cousin, Colin; and likable local lad Dickon—bound to life in the evocative paintings, which reflect the wonders of transformations in both nature and in a child's heart. All in all, a lovely interpretation.—Joy Fleishhacker, School Library Journal
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"The evocative paintings . . . reflect the wonders of transformations in both nature and in a child’s heart. All in all, a lovely interpretation." — School Library Journal

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 6 and up
  
• Paperback: 272 pages
• Publisher: Candlewick (February 23, 2010)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0763647322
• ISBN-13: 978-0763647322
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 0.8 x 10.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #53,822 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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41 of 41 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the most wonderfully illustrated versions of the Secret Garden, December 8, 2008

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Jeri Landers "Jeri" - See all my reviews

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This review is from: The Secret Garden (Hardcover)

I just received this glorious book. I have many renditions of the Secret Garden. This luxuriously, lovely book is filled with superb illustration that really captures the mood and era of the story.And there are so MANY illustrations, Inga Moore has created a painting for nearly every page! A really lovely addition to a collection or to share with your children. If you enjoy the artwork in this book, buy "The Wind in the Willows" also illustrated by Inga Moore .Simply wonderful!

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Exceptioanl!, March 8, 2009

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Moonshell (Chatham,Ma.USA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: The Secret Garden (Hardcover)

This edition with its' beautiful,sensitive,lyrical illustrations brought back all the magic of reading this book as a child. I will be giving more copies of it to children in the family as well as special adults.

15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful book, incredible value, September 13, 2010

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This review is from: The Secret Garden (Paperback)

This is a gorgeous copy of The Secret Garden, and the price is incredible. I bought a copy for my daughter, her best friend, my niece. Then I bought a copy to donate to my daughter's school library. And the ladies in the school office all wanted copies for their grandchildren, so I ordered copies for them as well.

The illustrations are beautiful - like something out of a fairy tale, nice size book, paper is high-quality, heavier weight. Complete, unabridged text. You can't go wrong with this book. It makes a lovely gift.