A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith Publisher: China Zhi Gong Publishing House

Introduction · · · · · ·
There is no fancy technology for poor children to grow up. 11-year-old girl Francie was born in Brooklyn, a poor area in New York. The most important thing for her every day is to pick up rags with her brother to earn some meager income to help her parents reduce the burden of the family. Even though the conditions are difficult, her parents still insist on letting their children receive education, hoping to get out of the bottom in the future. Even though life is rough, Francie's family is as tough as the tree of heaven and always maintains dignity. No matter how poor they are, they are full of vitality.

Betty Smith's autobiographical book A Tree Grows in Brooklyn has touched millions of readers. Many people regard her as the incarnation of the protagonist in the book, calling her dear Francie, and telling her that they are grateful for letting them know that no matter what, people can live with dignity, live brilliantly, and live more fully.