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Eleanor and Edward Hall, orphaned children raised by Aunt Lily and Uncle Freddy, discover a secret bedroom inside their old Victorian mansion. The hidden room, once occupied by another pair of aunts and uncles who vanished as children, becomes a gateway to dream adventures. As the siblings journey through magical realms, they explore themes of Transcendentalism, friendship, and family heritage while piecing together the mystery of their lost relatives and striving to restore their family's fortunes.
First publish date: 1962
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Jane Langton
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