The Garden of Survival: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Garden of Survival is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Blackwood, Algernon (1869–1951).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Garden of Survival" by Algernon Blackwood is a novel likely written in the early 20th century. This work explores themes of love, loss, and spiritual connection, particularly through the eyes of a man reflecting on his life and his relationship with a deceased wife, Marion. The narrator grapples with his feelings of both physical and emotional connection, questioning the essence of true love and the intricacies of human emotions. At the start of the narrative, the unnamed narrator addresses an unknown confidant, sharing his complex feelings about his past marriage to Marion, whom he believes he had married out of pity rather than true love. He recounts deeply personal memories of their relationship, highlighting Marion's beauty, her passion for music, and his own struggles to comprehend his feelings for her. The opening portion of the book sets the tone for a profound exploration of self-awareness, love, and the necessity for human connection as the narrator navigates between remorse for his past actions and a yearning for a deeper understanding of love—a journey that appears to intertwine with themes of survival in both physical and emotional senses.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Garden of Survival
- Author credits: Blackwood, Algernon (1869–1951)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Fiction
- Horror tales, English
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- Category: British Literature
- Category: Novels
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