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A Tree Grows in Brooklyn
by Betty Smith
- Used
- good
- Hardcover
- first
- Condition
- Good
- Seller
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Clarence, New York, United States
Payment Methods Accepted
About This Item
New York: Harper & Brothers, 1943. 1st Edition. Hardcover. Good. A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" by Betty Smith. First edition second printing with "Second Edition" stated on the copyright page. Published by Harper & Brothers, New York, 1943. The book measures 5.5" x 8.25", 443 pages. Comes with a brand new facsimile (reproduction) dust jacket for protection and display. The book is in good condition. The green cloth boards have some heavy stains, in addition to moderate scratches, surface wear and a water ring on the rear board. Sun-fading to the spine. Paper damage to the label on the spine. Cloth split at the lower edge of the front board, exposing the board underneath. Foxing to the endsheets, with scattered minor interior foxing. Stamp from The Cilley Shop in Paoli, Pennsylvania on the rear endpaper. Please view the many other rare titles available for purchase at our store. We are always interested in purchasing individual or collections of fine books. Inventory #(L11-4).
Synopsis
A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith is a classic coming-of-age novel set in the early 20th century. It follows the story of Francie Nolan, a young girl growing up in the impoverished Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. Despite her challenging circumstances, Francie finds solace and inspiration in books and the natural world. The novel explores themes of poverty, family dynamics, resilience, and the power of education. Through Francie's eyes, readers witness her struggles, dreams, and triumphs as she navigates the complexities of adolescence and strives to rise above her circumstances. Smith's poignant storytelling captures the essence of hope, determination, and the indomitable spirit of a young girl yearning for a brighter future. An instant best-seller, 300,000 copies were sold just in the first six weeks after publication. In 1945 was adapted into a film directed by Elia Kazan starring James Dunn, Dorothy McGuire, Joan Blondell, and Peggy Ann Garner, who won a Special Academy Award for Outstanding Child Actress of 1945.
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Reviews
On Jul 22 2017, a reader said:
Wonderful! A touching story, which I first read when I was maybe nine or ten years old. I have read it several times since.......Jane K.
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Details
- Bookseller
- Ernestoic Books
(US)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 004336
- Title
- A Tree Grows in Brooklyn
- Author
- Betty Smith
- Format/Binding
- Hardcover
- Book Condition
- Used - Good
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- 1st Edition
- Publisher
- Harper & Brothers
- Place of Publication
- New York
- Date Published
- 1943
- Keywords
- L11-4
Terms of Sale
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About the Seller
Ernestoic Books
Biblio member since 2023
Clarence, New York
About Ernestoic Books
Ernestoic Books, where you can find the most sought after Modern First Editions. As our name suggests, Ernest Hemingway is our specialty and our passion. We guarantee the condition of every book we sell. Returns may be made within 14 days of receipt for any reason. We are always interested in purchasing individual or collections of fine books.
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