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The Glass Castle by Jeanette Walls

Episode Summary

Author, Jeanette Walls, details within the pages of this book her rollercoaster of a life. In her early years, she was dragged along in a nomadic lifestyle by her parents, Rex and Rose Mary Walls. Though her parents were intelligent, skilled, and embracing of life, they struggled with society’s ideals, money, and were inconsistent in providing for Jeanette and her three siblings. Though Jeanette dealt with many ups and downs throughout her life, these experiences helped her develop strength and the drive to overcome her struggles.

Episode Notes

Enjoy our presentation of The Glass Castle, written by Jeanette Walls and published by Scribner.

Author, Jeanette Walls, details within the pages of this book her rollercoaster of a life. In her early years, she was dragged along in a nomadic lifestyle by her parents, Rex and Rose Mary Walls. Though her parents were intelligent, skilled, and embracing of life, they struggled with society’s ideals, money, and were inconsistent in providing for Jeanette and her three siblings. Though Jeanette dealt with many ups and downs throughout her life, these experiences helped her develop strength and the drive to overcome her struggles.

The Glass Castle is recommended for ages 14+. Please visit Goodreads for more information and reviews: https://bit.ly/GlassCastleReviews

This title is available as an Ebook and Audiobook through Libby by Overdrive.

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Music: Sad Clown (excerpt) by Orquesta Arrecife. Licensed under CC BY-SA 1.0

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