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Duration: 0H 24min
Language: English
Format
Category: Non-Fiction

SUMMARY & ANALYSIS

THE BEAN TREES

BASED ON THE BOOK BY BARBARA KINGSOLVER

SUMMARY WRITTEN BY: GOLDEN BOOKS PUBLISHING

CONTENT

The Road to Tucson

New Beginnings

Life in Tucson

Friendships and Community

Discovering the Past

The Struggle to Keep Turtle

A Journey to Oklahoma

Legalizing a Family

Home Again

General Analysis

ABOUT THE ORIGINAL BOOK

"The Bean Trees" by Barbara Kingsolver tells the story of Taylor, a young woman who leaves her home in Kentucky and unexpectedly becomes the caretaker of a young Native American girl named Turtle. As Taylor navigates her new life, she forms a chosen family with Lou Ann and others, creating a community that helps her and Turtle thrive. The book explores the themes of motherhood, found family, and the importance of community. Through her journey, Taylor learns about love, loss, and the power of human connection, while also confronting social issues like the struggles of refugees and the challenges faced by marginalized communities.

Release date

Audiobook: 7 February 2025