There is a Tree in Brooklyn

There is a Tree in Brooklyn

by (us) Betty Smith

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A timeless coming-of-age novel classic! It has been sold for more than 80 years and has won numerous awards and praises! The movie adapted from the original novel won an Academy Award! It explores various issues such as family of origin, growing up in adversity, the meaning of education and hard work, and tells how an ordinary person can live with dignity in a difficult environment. ... Brooklyn, New York, in the early 20th century, was quiet. There is a tree in the yard of the home of Francie Nolan, a girl who lives here. Her growth and life were like this lonely tree, difficult and difficult, but brilliant and vigorous. Francie suffered from family hardship, school discrimination and social injustice when she was growing up. However, under the care and influence of her family, Francie was still passionate about life. She loved reading and went to college by self-study while working, and finally walked out of the slums. This semi-autobiographical novel, with frank and sincere writing, depicts the trajectory of Francie and her family's perseverance in suffering. It goes straight to the truth of growth. In countless difficult and exciting moments, it reveals the indestructible dignity, faith and extraordinary courage to face suffering in ordinary life, inspiring generations of readers.

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