Behind The Garden Wall (1913)

Behind The Garden Wall (1913)

Robert Wallace

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781120266118
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Behind The Garden Wall is a novel written by Robert Wallace and first published in 1913. The story follows the life of a young woman named Mary who is trapped in a loveless marriage to a wealthy but cruel man. Seeking escape from her unhappy life, Mary turns to the garden wall that surrounds her home and discovers a secret world beyond it. As she explores this hidden realm, Mary encounters a cast of characters including a mysterious stranger, a benevolent old man, and a group of children who have been living in the garden for years. Together, they unravel the secrets of the garden and the true nature of Mary’s husband, leading to a dramatic confrontation that will change their lives forever.With its themes of love, betrayal, and redemption, Behind The Garden Wall is a timeless tale that continues to captivate readers over a century after its initial publication. Wallace’s vivid descriptions of the garden and its inhabitants transport readers to a magical world that is both enchanting and dangerous, and his characters are richly drawn and memorable. This book is a must-read for fans of classic literature and anyone who loves a good adventure story.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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