The story follows the adventures of two children, Mabel and Tom, who find an old ebony frame in an antique shop. When they take it home, they discover that the frame contains a magical painting of a beautiful garden. Every night, the painting comes to life and the children explore the garden, meeting a variety of strange and wonderful creatures. The children soon discover that the garden is in danger from an evil witch, who wants to take over the magical land. With the help of their new friends, the children must find a way to save the garden and its inhabitants. Along the way, they learn valuable lessons about friendship, courage, and the power of imagination.
By Edith Nesbit · First published 1924 · Genre: Mystery, Fantasy, Adventure