The Door In The Wall by H. G. Wells

In this thought-provoking tale, a successful politician named Lionel Wallace recounts his lifelong obsession with a mysterious green door he discovered as a child, which led to an enchanting garden filled with wonder and tranquility. Despite the allure of this hidden paradise, Wallace's adult life is consumed by ambition and societal expectations, causing him to repeatedly ignore the door's reappearances. As he grapples with the conflict between his desires and responsibilities, the story explores themes of lost innocence, the pursuit of happiness, and the choices that define one's destiny.

Purchase from Bookshop.org