Robin by Frances Hodgson Burnett

Name: Robin
Author: Frances Hodgson Burnett

The story revolves around a spoiled and lonely rich girl who discovers a neglected garden and, through her efforts to restore it, undergoes a transformation of character, learning about friendship and the healing power of nature.

By Frances Hodgson Burnett · First published 1922 · Genre: Literary Fiction, Romance, Historical Fiction · 42 chapters · 110,533 words

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It was a soft starlit night mystically changing into dawn when Donal Muir left the tall, grave house on Eaton Square after the strangely enchanted dance given by the old Dowager Duchess of Darte. A certain impellingness of mood suggested that exercise would be a good thing and he decided to walk home. It was an impellingness of body as well as mind. He had remained later than the relative who had by chance been responsible for his being brought, an uninvited guest, to the party. The Duchess had not known that he was in London. It may also be accepted as a fact that to this festivity given for the pleasure of Mrs. Gareth-Lawless' daughter, she might not have chosen to assume the responsibility of extending him an invitation. She knew something of his mother and had sometimes discussed her with her old friend, Lord Coombe. She admired Helen Muir greatly and was also much touched by certain aspects of her maternity.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Frances Hodgson Burnett
Date: 1922 CE
Language: English
Genres: Literary Fiction, Romance, Historical Fiction, Coming-of-Age, Drama
Length: 110,533 words
Structure: 42 chapters, 1,954 paragraphs
Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)

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Genres

Literary Fiction — The book explores complex themes of memory, identity, and the impact of historical events on personal lives, characteristic of literary fiction.
Romance — The central plot revolves around the romantic tension between Donal Muir and Robin, highlighting themes of love and longing.
Historical Fiction — Set against the backdrop of World War I, the narrative incorporates historical events and societal changes, typical of historical fiction.
Coming-of-Age — The protagonist's journey from childhood to adulthood and the exploration of youthful emotions align with coming-of-age themes.