A Tree Grows in Brooklyn/ Maggie Now - 1958

Experience the full range of Betty Smith's masterful storytelling in this special double edition featuring two of her most beloved works. In "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn," step into the world of young Francie Nolan as she comes of age in the tenements of early 20th century Williamsburg, where determination and hope flourish against all odds—like the persistent tree that grows through concrete. Smith's extraordinary ability to capture the struggles and triumphs of immigrant life has made this novel an enduring American classic that continues to resonate with readers of all generations. Paired with this iconic work is the equally moving but lesser-known gem "Maggie Now," which chronicles the life of Irish-American Maggie Moore from her impulsive marriage to her journey through motherhood in Brooklyn. With the same compassionate eye and remarkable detail that distinguished her first novel, Smith explores the complexities of love, family, and personal growth against the backdrop of a changing New York. Together, these two remarkable novels showcase Smith's unparalleled talent for transforming ordinary lives into extraordinary literature—stories that capture the immigrant experience, and the enduring power of the human spirit. - A Tree Grows in Brooklyn & Maggie Now - Betty Smith Published 1958, Harper and Row, Publishers, New York. Front hinge is beginning to crack. Otherwise in good vintage condition. Dustjacket has wear along edges. Hardcover. Approx. 6x8.5in. 733pp.