In the Great Steep's Garden By: Elizabeth Madox Roberts (1881-1941)
In Elizabeth Madox Roberts' novel, readers are transported to the mystical world of The Great Steep's Garden. The story centers around the life of a young girl named Lucy Taylor, who grows up in rural Kentucky. Though born into a humble family, Lucy possesses a unique connection to nature, which becomes abundantly clear as the narrative unfolds. Roberts beautifully captures the essence of rural life, painting vivid scenes of the countryside and the lush vegetation that surrounds Lucy's home. One of the most captivating aspects of the novel is Roberts' exquisite prose. Her writing style is poetic and lyrical, immersing readers in the sights, sounds, and smells of The Great Steep's Garden. Each sentence is meticulously crafted, and the words seem to effortlessly dance off the page. The author's ability to capture the beauty of the natural world is truly enchanting. Moreover, Roberts expertly weaves together both the external world and the internal world of her characters. As Lucy grows older, readers are granted access to her thoughts and emotions. We witness her fascination and wonder as she explores the garden, uncovering its hidden secrets and forging a deep bond with the land. The author's portrayal of Lucy's growth and self-discovery is heartwarming and evokes a sense of nostalgia for one's own childhood innocence. Additionally, the novel delves into deeper themes, such as the transient nature of life and the cycles of growth and decay. Through the garden's ever-changing landscape, Lucy learns valuable lessons about the futility of holding onto things and the importance of embracing life's ebb and flow. These philosophical undertones add depth and dimension to the plot, leaving readers with a profound sense of introspection. One minor drawback of the novel is the occasionally slow pace. At times, the detailed descriptions and introspective passages can lead to a lull in the narrative. However, the payoff is well worth it, as these moments allow readers to fully immerse themselves in the enchanting world Roberts has created. In the Great Steep's Garden is an exquisite piece of literature that will transport readers to a world teeming with beauty and wonder. Elizabeth Madox Roberts' poetic prose, coupled with the magical essence of the garden, creates an unforgettable reading experience. It is a book that lingers on the mind long after the final page is turned, reminding us to embrace the natural world and treasure the moments of beauty that surround us. First Page: In the Great Steep's Garden [Decoration] Poems by Elizabeth Madox Roberts Pictures by Kenneth Hartley [Illustration: {A mountain scene}] The Hill People. Their steps are light and exceedingly fleet: They pass me by in the hurrying street. I pause to look at a window's show From the white flecked alp the hill winds blow And all at once it has passed me there, Lilting back to the land of the air, Back to the land of the great white stills: Is it only the wind that comes down from the hills? Was it Pikes Peak Pixie or Cheyenne Shee That whispered a gay little rhyme to me? Or a gnome that lives in the heart of a stone And dances at dawn around Cameron's Cone? Did the haunting laugh of the Maid of the Corn, An Aztec memory trill on the morn? Or soft did the Navajo Shell Woman speak As she passed with a hymn for the great white peak? They touch me light with their finger tips And lay little snatches of song on my lips, And swift I am gone where the hill streams flow, Where the pit lark soars and the gentians blow. The tapers of blossoms flame under the tree And the pilgrim road unfolds for me, Lifting away where the hill folk keep The gardens and cloisters and shrines of the Steep... Continue reading book >>

In the Great Steep's Garden By: Elizabeth Madox Roberts (1881-1941)

In Elizabeth Madox Roberts' novel, readers are transported to the mystical world of The Great Steep's Garden.

The story centers around the life of a young girl named Lucy Taylor, who grows up in rural Kentucky. Though born into a humble family, Lucy possesses a unique connection to nature, which becomes abundantly clear as the narrative unfolds. Roberts beautifully captures the essence of rural life, painting vivid scenes of the countryside and the lush vegetation that surrounds Lucy's home.

One of the most captivating aspects of the novel is Roberts' exquisite prose. Her writing style is poetic and lyrical, immersing readers in the sights, sounds, and smells of The Great Steep's Garden. Each sentence is meticulously crafted, and the words seem to effortlessly dance off the page. The author's ability to capture the beauty of the natural world is truly enchanting.

Moreover, Roberts expertly weaves together both the external world and the internal world of her characters. As Lucy grows older, readers are granted access to her thoughts and emotions. We witness her fascination and wonder as she explores the garden, uncovering its hidden secrets and forging a deep bond with the land. The author's portrayal of Lucy's growth and self-discovery is heartwarming and evokes a sense of nostalgia for one's own childhood innocence.

Additionally, the novel delves into deeper themes, such as the transient nature of life and the cycles of growth and decay. Through the garden's ever-changing landscape, Lucy learns valuable lessons about the futility of holding onto things and the importance of embracing life's ebb and flow. These philosophical undertones add depth and dimension to the plot, leaving readers with a profound sense of introspection.

One minor drawback of the novel is the occasionally slow pace. At times, the detailed descriptions and introspective passages can lead to a lull in the narrative. However, the payoff is well worth it, as these moments allow readers to fully immerse themselves in the enchanting world Roberts has created.

In the Great Steep's Garden is an exquisite piece of literature that will transport readers to a world teeming with beauty and wonder. Elizabeth Madox Roberts' poetic prose, coupled with the magical essence of the garden, creates an unforgettable reading experience. It is a book that lingers on the mind long after the final page is turned, reminding us to embrace the natural world and treasure the moments of beauty that surround us.

First Page:

In the Great Steep's Garden

[Decoration]

Poems by Elizabeth Madox Roberts

Pictures by Kenneth Hartley

[Illustration: {A mountain scene}]

The Hill People.

Their steps are light and exceedingly fleet: They pass me by in the hurrying street.

I pause to look at a window's show From the white flecked alp the hill winds blow

And all at once it has passed me there, Lilting back to the land of the air,

Back to the land of the great white stills: Is it only the wind that comes down from the hills?

Was it Pikes Peak Pixie or Cheyenne Shee That whispered a gay little rhyme to me?

Or a gnome that lives in the heart of a stone And dances at dawn around Cameron's Cone?

Did the haunting laugh of the Maid of the Corn, An Aztec memory trill on the morn?

Or soft did the Navajo Shell Woman speak As she passed with a hymn for the great white peak?

They touch me light with their finger tips And lay little snatches of song on my lips,

And swift I am gone where the hill streams flow, Where the pit lark soars and the gentians blow.

The tapers of blossoms flame under the tree And the pilgrim road unfolds for me,

Lifting away where the hill folk keep The gardens and cloisters and shrines of the Steep... Continue reading book >>

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