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The Door in the Wall

H.G. Wells

"The Door in the Wall," written by H. G. Wells in the late 19th century, is a short story that introduces Lionel Wallace. He reflects on a fantastical memory from his childhood of a door that leads to an enchanted garden. The narrative explores Wallace's entire life as a successful politician, who is continually haunted by his recollection of being welcomed into a paradisiacal garden filled with innocent happiness during his early years. Throughout his life, he encounters the door several times in different locations around London; however, he always chooses not to enter, being distracted each time by some step in the progression of his worldly career. Duration - 42m. Author - H.G. Wells. Narrator - Samuel Grant. Published Date - Saturday, 18 January 2025. Copyright - © 1906 H.G. Wells ©.

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United States

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"The Door in the Wall," written by H. G. Wells in the late 19th century, is a short story that introduces Lionel Wallace. He reflects on a fantastical memory from his childhood of a door that leads to an enchanted garden. The narrative explores Wallace's entire life as a successful politician, who is continually haunted by his recollection of being welcomed into a paradisiacal garden filled with innocent happiness during his early years. Throughout his life, he encounters the door several times in different locations around London; however, he always chooses not to enter, being distracted each time by some step in the progression of his worldly career. Duration - 42m. Author - H.G. Wells. Narrator - Samuel Grant. Published Date - Saturday, 18 January 2025. Copyright - © 1906 H.G. Wells ©.

Language:

English


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