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Summary. The wealthy Sheridan family are preparing themselves to host a garden party. Laura is charged with commanding the workers on the placement of the marquee. Her "superior" air quickly disintegrates into an admiration for the workingmen, with whom she feels a personal connection.
A short story about Laura, a young woman who encounters a workman in her family's garden and feels a connection with him. She contrasts with her family, who are obsessed with status and appearances, and with the workman, who appreciates the beauty of nature.
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A modernist masterpiece about a young girl's coming of age and class consciousness in New Zealand. Read the full text, analysis, and teaching resources at Owl Eyes.
Katherine Mansfield’s “The Garden Party” explores themes of maturation and the loss of innocence as its protagonist, Laura, develops an understanding that distinctions of class vanish in the face of human mortality. The story’s exposition describes the setting as a perfect summer day at the home of the wealthy Sheridan family.
20 de jan. de 2016 · A classic modernist story about a young woman's epiphany and response to death. Learn about the plot, themes, language, and symbolism of 'The Garden Party' and how it reflects Mansfield's life and times.
10 de jul. de 1998 · A young girl, Laura, is preparing for a garden party at her family's summer home in New Zealand. She is interrupted by the news of a sudden death in the village and faces a dilemma of whether to join the festivities or show sympathy.
