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Mentioned in 9 episodes
A tree grows in Brooklyn
Book • 1943
Set in the early 20th century in the Williamsburg section of Brooklyn, 'A Tree Grows in Brooklyn' is a poignant and moving tale of Francie Nolan's coming-of-age.
The novel depicts the hardships of Francie's family, including her father's alcoholism and her mother's relentless efforts to keep the family afloat.
Despite the poverty and struggles, Francie's story is one of hope and resilience, symbolized by the tree that grows in the harsh conditions of their tenement neighborhood.
The book explores themes of family, education, and the American promise, offering a detailed and unsentimental portrait of urban life during that era.
The novel depicts the hardships of Francie's family, including her father's alcoholism and her mother's relentless efforts to keep the family afloat.
Despite the poverty and struggles, Francie's story is one of hope and resilience, symbolized by the tree that grows in the harsh conditions of their tenement neighborhood.
The book explores themes of family, education, and the American promise, offering a detailed and unsentimental portrait of urban life during that era.
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Mentioned by Ronnie and Nanako in the context of a class project.
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254 - The Triangle
Mentioned by Ethan Cross in reference to his childhood in Brooklyn and the restorative power of nature.
743: SHIFT Your Mindset: Dr. Ethan Kross on Managing Emotions and Breaking Patterns
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Angela Duckworth as a book she loved but forgot the details, highlighting the emotional impact over plot recall.
Angela Duckworth as a book she loved but forgot the details, highlighting the emotional impact over plot recall.
Why Do We Forget So Much of What We’ve Read? (Ep. 24 Rebroadcast)
Mentioned by Stephen Dubner while discussing aspirational consumption and his habit of buying books he doesn't read.
22. Why Do We Buy Things We’ll Never Use?
Recommended by Tanya Miles as a coming-of-age story set in Brooklyn.
16 - The Catcher In The Rye (with Jess Perkins and Andy Matthews)
Mentioned by Stephen Dubner when discussing aspirational objects and the tendency to buy things we never use.
Why Do We Buy Things We Never Use? (Rebroadcast From Ep.22)
Mentioned by Susan Straight as a book that made her think about how places are immortalized in literature.
Susan Straight on the Power of Story
