Told in a French Garden / August, 1914

Name: Told in a French Garden / August, 1914
Author: Mildred Aldrich

By Mildred Aldrich

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A circle of old acquaintances reunites in a French garden as international crisis looms, and each member tells a personal tale—ranging from a made-up domestic romance and a nurse's foundling to an actress's decline, an adolescent's awakening, a sculptor's struggle, and other intimate confessions. The frame narrative links varied short stories through recurring concerns of memory, artistic ambition, love, motherhood, mortality, and the refuge of imagination. Conversations and reminiscences quietly register the tension between private illusions and public upheaval, and the closing chapter traces the group's departure from the garden under the shadow of approaching conflict.

About the Author

Mildred Aldrich

Mildred Aldrich was an American author and journalist known for her insightful writings during World War I. Her notable works include "A Hilltop on the Marne," which comprises letters penned during the early months of the war, providing a personal perspective on the conflict from the French frontlines. Aldrich's experiences living in France during this tumultuous period shaped her narratives, allowing her to capture the emotional and social landscapes of wartime Europe. In addition to her letters, she also wrote "On the Edge of the War Zone," further detailing her observations and reflections on the war's impact. Aldrich's contributions offer a unique glimpse into the historical context of her time.