The Secret Garden opens the door to the innermost places of the heart. It is an extraordinary book, as beloved by children and adults today as it was when it was first published nearly one hundred years ago, and this dramatic reading recounts every word of the original. Hear the inspiring story of how Mary, unloved and selfish, finds friendship and happiness helping her neurotic, invalid cousin become strong and healthy. Nature's powerful magic touches both children as they toil to revive their secret garden. As families listen together, adults may be surprised at some of the modern themes: the mind's ability to create health, the strength of group optimism, and the restorative power of nature. Mary calls it "magic" - the mystery of life itself, birth and renewal, love and joy.

"A blend of power, beauty, vivid interest and honest goodness. Yes, if this is magic, it is good magic."

A gifted storyteller, Frances Hodgson Burnett (1849-1924) wrote over 50 novels and plays, and was best known for Little Lord Fauntleroy, A Little Princess, and The Secret Garden, which she wrote in 1911. Since then it has been the basis for several movies and an award-winning Broadway musical.