"In this classic coming of age story set in the slums of early 20th century Brooklyn, Francie contends with poverty, an alcoholic father, and a questionable future for herself. Like a tree that continues to grow against odds, Francie also struggles to make a life for herself." -- Youth Services Team, HPL.
General Note: 2001 HarperCollins hardcover, 2005 HarperPerennial/Modern Classics edition, 2006 HarperPerennial paperback and trade paperback editions all have a foreword by Anna Quindlen.First published in 1943.