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Marigold : A Story
"Marigold" by Edith Allonby offers a timeless journey into the heart of fantasy. This captivating story, subtitled simply "A story," transcends the ordinary, inviting readers to explore realms where imagination knows no bounds. As a foundational work of fantasy fiction, it stands as a testament to the enduring appeal of magical narratives and grand adventures. Within the pages of "Marigold," an enchanting world unfolds, brimming with the very essence of mythical storytelling. Readers will encounter the thrill of discovery, the wonder of magic, and the allure of realms shaped by ancient lore and fairytale charm. Edith Allonby masterfully weaves together elements of classic legend and whimsical invention, crafting a narrative that resonates with the deep-seated human desire for adventure and the extraordinary. This meticulously prepared print edition allows for a complete immersion in a story celebrated for its inventive spirit and its ability to transport. Whether you are drawn to tales of magical quests, journeys through fantastical lands, or the simple joy of a well-told mythical adventure, "Marigold" promises an unforgettable experience. It is a cherished volume for anyone who delights in the power of storytelling and the enduring magic found in a truly imaginative world.
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This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
219 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 1905
About the author
Edith Allonby
10 booksEdith Allonby (Her surname was sometimes spelled Allanby or Allenby) was a teacher and schoolmistress at St. Anne's National School in Lancaster.
She wrote three novels: Jewel Sowers (1903), Marigold (1905), and The Fulfillment (1905). The last novel was published posthumously.
She died by intentionally drinking carbolic acid. Her suicide note, concluded with the statement "I have died to give God's gift to the world with as little stumbling block as possible". The note was published widely, including in The London Standard and The New York Times.
She wrote three novels: Jewel Sowers (1903), Marigold (1905), and The Fulfillment (1905). The last novel was published posthumously.
She died by intentionally drinking carbolic acid. Her suicide note, concluded with the statement "I have died to give God's gift to the world with as little stumbling block as possible". The note was published widely, including in The London Standard and The New York Times.
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June 18, 2025
Ok.. i am rounding up quite a bit to get this to 4-stars but it is quite an interesting one and deserves a bit more profile.
One frustrating thing however, is that about 3/4’s of the way through i discovered this is in fact a sequel. It read well enough on its own but i think it would have added to it if i had read the Jewel ?Sowers first, but that is a guess.
Anyway, this is religious fantasy with some romance elements. Its pretty weird. Not least of which because of its religious underpinnings, its clearly trying to say things and is allegorical of something in places but i found it very ambiguous and hard to pin down what exactly the authors position is with regards to religion.
This is set in a hell-adjacent dimension. Where the inhabitants don’t realise their land is run by the devil incarnate (insert your own political joke here). Tey worship the Great Serpent but in a standard christian style religion. Catholic in fact, i surmise by the High Priest having to be celibate.
The whole thing felt quite satirical at times but as mentioned above hard to know if that was intentional. All of the characters are rather terrible from a modern perspective IMO.
Oh and it has that common writing issue, of it being hard to tell which character is speaking.
The romance elements are quite problematic in places. In fact the best character is probably the satan one, who by the way is also happily married.
Also Tiny Tim is in it. I mean his name is Tim and he bares all the characteristics of the dickens character, so he certainly seems borrowed.
One final element of note, is that the author only wrote 3 books, all in this sequence. She was a schoolmistress at St. Anne's National School in Lancaster England. She took her own life on september 5th, 1905, to promote her 3rd book, claiming ‘I have died to give God's gift to the world with as little stumbling block as possible’.
I think this one is odd enough that it deserves to be remembered and I’m planning on reading the other two books in the trilogy.
Made available by the Merril Collection.
One frustrating thing however, is that about 3/4’s of the way through i discovered this is in fact a sequel. It read well enough on its own but i think it would have added to it if i had read the Jewel ?Sowers first, but that is a guess.
Anyway, this is religious fantasy with some romance elements. Its pretty weird. Not least of which because of its religious underpinnings, its clearly trying to say things and is allegorical of something in places but i found it very ambiguous and hard to pin down what exactly the authors position is with regards to religion.
This is set in a hell-adjacent dimension. Where the inhabitants don’t realise their land is run by the devil incarnate (insert your own political joke here). Tey worship the Great Serpent but in a standard christian style religion. Catholic in fact, i surmise by the High Priest having to be celibate.
The whole thing felt quite satirical at times but as mentioned above hard to know if that was intentional. All of the characters are rather terrible from a modern perspective IMO.
Oh and it has that common writing issue, of it being hard to tell which character is speaking.
The romance elements are quite problematic in places. In fact the best character is probably the satan one, who by the way is also happily married.
Also Tiny Tim is in it. I mean his name is Tim and he bares all the characteristics of the dickens character, so he certainly seems borrowed.
One final element of note, is that the author only wrote 3 books, all in this sequence. She was a schoolmistress at St. Anne's National School in Lancaster England. She took her own life on september 5th, 1905, to promote her 3rd book, claiming ‘I have died to give God's gift to the world with as little stumbling block as possible’.
I think this one is odd enough that it deserves to be remembered and I’m planning on reading the other two books in the trilogy.
Made available by the Merril Collection.
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