The Palace in the Garden by Mrs. Molesworth

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Author Molesworth, Mrs., 1839-1921
Illustrator Bennett, H. M. (Harriet M.)
Title The Palace in the Garden
Credits Produced by Delphine Lettau and the Online Distributed
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Summary "The Palace in the Garden" by Mrs. Molesworth is a children's novel written in the late 19th century. The story centers around three siblings, Gustava, Tib, and Gerald, as they embark on a journey filled with adventure and mystery after being sent to their grandfather's country house named "Rosebuds." The children’s imaginative and playful nature drives the narrative while they navigate their new environment and the regulations set by their strict grandfather. At the start of the book, the children receive news from their grandfather that they will be moving to a new house in the countryside, sparking their excitement and curiosity. The opening scenes display their individual personalities, particularly Gustava’s adventurous spirit and Tib’s romantic notions about their new surroundings. They eagerly anticipate exploring their new home and garden, with hints of potential mysteries given their grandfather's odd behavior regarding friendships with neighbors. Throughout the opening, the sibling dynamics are established, showcasing their collective imaginations and underlying curiosity about their family's past and the seemingly peculiar restrictions imposed upon them. The stage is set for a delightful exploration of childhood, adventure, and the enigmatic world around them. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Children -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Fairies -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Family -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Siblings -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Adventure and adventurers -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Christmas -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Aunts -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Grandfathers -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 36431
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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