“There were two things about Mama. One is she always expected the best out of me. And the other is that then no matter what I did, whatever I came home with, she acted like it was the moon I had just hung up in the sky and plugged in all the stars. Like I was that good.”
Quote by Barbara Kingsolver
Work
The Bean Trees: A Novel
This novel follows the life of a young woman who leaves her home in the American South and embarks on a journey that leads her to the Pacific Northwest. Along the way, she encounters various characters and experiences that challenge her understanding of herself and her place in the world. The story delves into themes of identity, belonging, and the search for meaning in life. more
Author
Barbara Kingsolver
Barbara Kingsolver is an American novelist known for her insightful social commentary and rich literary imagination. Her works often explore themes of environmental protection, social justice, and women's issues, and have gained widespread popularity. Born on April 8, 1955, in Arkansas, USA, Kingsolver grew up in Arkansas and Mexico, and later earned a BA in literature from Amherst College and an MA in comparative literature from Columbia University. more
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