Mary Lennox's Tragic Hero In The Secret Garden

“All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them.” Mary Lennox, from the book The Secret Garden, faced a situation where this inspiring quote by Walt Disney definitely applied. After both her parents died of a disease known as cholera, Mary traveled to her uncle’s Manor. When she arrived at Misslethwaite Manor she appeared a bitter and unhealthy child who cared for no one but herself. Mary’s care taker at Misslethwiate, Martha, told her about a secret garden. Mary dreamed of exploring it. However, she needed courage to pursue this dream. The garden had remained locked for ten years and danger might possibly lie behind the locked door. Luckily, Mary possessed the necessary courage and changed her dream into a reality. While

First of all, she learned about gardening. Dickon, a poor farm boy who loved and cared for all creatures, knew a great deal about plants and tending to gardens. When Mary confided in him about the garden, he taught her everything he knew and strived to help her. Over time she informed Colin, Master Craven’s son, as she acquired wisdom of her new found passion for gardening. Mary learned diligence as well. Reviving the secret garden took much time, effort and endurance. Mary learned to remain patient and hard working during this time, and her diligence paid off. Most of all she learned about life. Growing up in India, Mary owned servants who waited on her every minute of every day and always did everything she pleased. After discovering the garden, she learned to complete tasks on her own and live independently. She realized that people are not just her servants, but can serve as loving friends and that life is enjoyable and not at all what she once knew in India. The garden proved a great help in immensely broadening and widening Mary’s slight

Mary knew nothing of friendship and had never had a friend before. After telling Dickon and Colin about the garden, they developed a life long friendship. The garden even caused Mary to turn into a more polite and agreeable child, and therefore people came to like her. In the beginning, people despised spending time around her and thought her a burden. However, her time in the garden with Dickon and Colin changed her attitude completely and people started taking delight in her presence. Along with bringing friends and love, the garden also gave Mary something to do. She no longer sat and sulked, but instead she played and laughed. She had an enjoyable time every day because of the garden. The garden added great happiness and joy into Mary Lennox’s once lonely and sorrowful life. Mary should have entered the garden because she gained health, she acquired knowledge, and she attained happiness. Dreamers everywhere are able to learn from Mary’s brave decision. She shows them that no matter how challenging or risky their dreams are, they can always find a way to achieve them. Mary Lennox proved that she possessed enough courage to pursue her daring