The Secret Garden Chapter by Chapter 2 |CXC26 – Fortress Fiction
What did you think of The Secret Garden Chapter 2 by Frances Hodgson Burnett?
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The Secret Garden Chapter 2 Analysis: Journey of the Contrary Child
Hey there, book lovers! It’s MJ here, analyzing Chapter 2 of The Secret Garden. Let’s dive into how Frances Hodgson Burnett continues developing Mary’s story.
Technical Observations
- Chapter length: about twice as long as chapter 1
- Some transition issues between chapters when listening
- Third-person limited perspective effectively employed
Character Development
Mary Lennox
- Earns the nickname “Mary Mary Quite Contrary”
- Shows consistent disagreeable behavior
- Demonstrates interesting thought processes about her uncle
- Refuses to show interest or ask questions out of stubbornness
Supporting Characters
- Know-it-all boy (age unclear, dialogue perhaps too sophisticated)
- The lady accompanying Mary (possible connection to uncle’s household)
- Introduction of the uncle character through exposition
Setting Development
- Introduction of the uncle’s estate
- 100-room house on a moor
- Period-appropriate grand setting
- Effective world-building through dialogue
Narrative Techniques
Exposition
- Natural delivery through character interactions
- Information revealed through conflicts
- Balanced between direct telling and showing
- Character reactions driving plot forward
Writing Craft
The third-person limited perspective allows:
- Deep insights into Mary’s thoughts
- External observations of her behavior
- Natural exposition through other characters
- Balance between internal and external conflict
Looking Forward
- Potential for character growth
- Setup for future conflicts
- Possibilities for redemption arc
- Developing relationship with her uncle
What did you think about Mary’s journey in this chapter? How do you see her character developing? Let me know in the comments!
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