The Garden Without Walls by Coningsby Dawson
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| Author | Dawson, Coningsby, 1883-1959 |
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| Title | The Garden Without Walls |
| Note | Reading ease score: 83.5 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Garden Without Walls" by Coningsby Dawson is a semi-autobiographical novel written in the early 20th century. The narrative focuses on the formative memories of the unnamed young protagonist, exploring themes of childhood, parental loss, and the quest for freedom outside the constraints of society. The book unfolds through the eyes of a child who reflects on his mother, their poverty, and the emotional complexities surrounding his family dynamics. The opening of the book introduces readers to the protagonist's earliest memory, a tender moment with his mother that transforms into a poignant recollection of loss and longing. As the narrative shifts between his childhood in London and Stoke Newington, we learn about his father's struggles as a writer and the hidden complexities of their family life. We encounter the boy's vivid imagery of life beyond his walled garden as he dreams of an unwalled paradise, hinting at his desire for freedom and adventure. Too soon, his mother dies, enveloping his childhood in a haze of loss, yet vividly colored by botanical imagery and the simple pleasures of nature. As he grapples with his feelings of abandonment, an introspective journey begins to unfold, setting the stage for the exploration of his relationships and aspirations throughout the novel. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Man-woman relationships -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 54801 |
| Release Date | May 28, 2017 |
| Most Recently Updated | Feb 25, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 148 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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