“I think, she began quietly, I think we want... not just bread for our bellies. We want more than only bread. We want food for our hearts, our souls. We want- how to say it? We want, you know- Puccini music.... we want for our beautiful children some beauty. She leaned over and kissed the curl on her finger. We want roses.”
This book delves into the lives of workers and their struggles for fair wages and better working conditions, reflecting on the broader societal implications of economic disparity. more
Katherine Paterson is an esteemed American children's literature author known for her profound emotions and rich imagination. Her works have won numerous top awards in the American children's literature field, such as the Newbery Medal. Born on October 31, 1932, Paterson's works cover a variety of themes from historical novels to modern life, enjoying great popularity among readers. more
“They made small effort to cover their raw souls with the mantle of commonplace words.”
“Behind every closed door might wait a thief of minds and a collector of souls.”
“She was one if the few souls that made me wonder what's it to live.”