Harper's Round Table, October 20, 1896

"Harper's Round Table, October 20, 1896" by Various is a magazine from the late 1800s filled with stories and articles for young readers. It begins with "The Princess in Her Garden" by Evelyn Sharp, an enchanting story about Princess Gyldea who is bored with her fancy garden, believing she wants more excitement in her life. In the story, the princess argues with her lover, and then leaves her walled garden to explore beyond her manicured hedges, where she meets a tall man digging potatoes. This encounter shows her how different her life is from those who work hard, causing her to question her own sheltered existence and imagine an adventurous future for herself.