The Spanish Gardener

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Summary: A Bitter-sweet Tragedy
Review: This lesser-known work of A. J. Cronin is a must read for those of us who have become fans of Cronin's writings. While it doesn't have the heartwarming qualities of "The Keys of the KIngdom" it does cause the reader to become reflective of the human condition. Harrington Brande is a career United States diplomatic representative posted to northeastern Spain. He has the unique quality of misinterpreting those of whom he comes in contact. He acts much like the Audubon turkey described in the last pages of the book. His assertive self-sufficient ways cause him to lose the love of those whom matter the most to him.