Elizabeth and Her German Garden by Elizabeth Von Arnim

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Author Von Arnim, Elizabeth, 1866-1941
Title Elizabeth and Her German Garden
Note Reading ease score: 69.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits R. McGowan
Summary "Elizabeth and Her German Garden" by Elizabeth Von Arnim is a semi-autobiographical novel written in the late 19th century. The narrative revolves around Elizabeth, a woman who finds solace and joy in her garden in Germany after becoming disillusioned with her life in the city and societal expectations. Through her observations and experiences, the book explores themes of nature, personal freedom, and the contrast between rural life and urban pressures. At the start of the book, we are introduced to Elizabeth as she revels in the beauty of her garden, which has been neglected for years. The opening passages vividly describe her love for the untamed wilderness surrounding her home and her reflections on past seasons of happiness found in nature. She emphasizes the delight of being outside, her engagement with the flora and fauna, and her desire for a simpler life away from societal constraints. Elizabeth's character emerges as both humorous and contemplative, as she navigates her eccentricity and the expectations placed upon her by family and neighbors, setting the stage for her journey of self-discovery and connection to the earth. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Autobiographical fiction
Subject Germany -- Fiction
Subject British -- Germany -- Fiction
Subject Women gardeners -- Fiction
Subject Gardening -- Fiction
Subject Gardens -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 1327
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jun 16, 2024
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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