Reader Favorite · Memoir & Biography

The Glass Castle

4.5

A celebrated work of memoir & biography selected for its enduring craft, ideas, and appeal to curious readers.

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About the author

Jeannette Walls

Jeannette Walls is the author of The Glass Castle, featured in our curated catalog.

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