--- product_id: 12245319 title: "A Tree Grows in Brooklyn" price: "AED 52" currency: AED in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.ae/products/12245319-a-tree-grows-in-brooklyn store_origin: AE region: United Arab Emirates --- # A Tree Grows in Brooklyn **Price:** AED 52 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** A Tree Grows in Brooklyn - **How much does it cost?** AED 52 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ae](https://www.desertcart.ae/products/12245319-a-tree-grows-in-brooklyn) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description A PBS Great American Read Top 100 Pick A special 75th anniversary edition of the beloved American classic about a young girl's coming-of-age at the turn of the twentieth century. From the moment she entered the world, Francie Nolan needed to be made of stern stuff, for growing up in the Williamsburg slums of Brooklyn, New York demanded fortitude, precocity, and strength of spirit. Often scorned by neighbors for her family’s erratic and eccentric behavior―such as her father Johnny’s taste for alcohol and Aunt Sissy’s habit of marrying serially without the formality of divorce―no one, least of all Francie, could say that the Nolans’ life lacked drama. By turns overwhelming, heartbreaking, and uplifting, the Nolans’ daily experiences are raw with honestly and tenderly threaded with family connectedness. Betty Smith has, in the pages of A Tree Grows in Brooklyn , captured the joys of humble Williamsburg life―from “junk day” on Saturdays, when the children traded their weekly take for pennies, to the special excitement of holidays, bringing cause for celebration and revelry. Smith has created a work of literary art that brilliantly captures a unique time and place as well as deeply resonant moments of universal experience. Here is an American classic that "cuts right to the heart of life," hails the New York Times . "If you miss A Tree Grows in Brooklyn , you will deny yourself a rich experience." Review: A Profoundly Moving Classic - I was seriously deprived as an adolescent. I never even heard of Betty Smith's classic novel "A Tree Grows In Brooklyn," let alone read it. And I was an avid reader who lived relatively close to Brooklyn. Whatever the reason for this significant omission in my early literary development, I remedied the situation recently, (yes, it took me a while). I can only echo here what millions of other readers have said since the book's publication in 1943, this is an extraordinary novel which enriches and delights. I can understand why The New York Public Library chose it as one of the "Books of the Century." Ms. Smith grew up in Brooklyn and drew from her own experiences to portray the hardships of the Nolans, a tenement family living in that borough's Williamsburg slums during the early part of the 20th century. Teenage Francie Nolan is an avid reader who wants to become a writer. She adores her father John, an alcoholic with a multitude of pipe dreams. He, in turn, loves his children and tries to be a good father, but he is not able to carry out his responsibilities. Nolan has become a dissipated man due to his alcohol addiction. Francie believes in him regardless, (and she's the only one), because they're soul-mates. Although it seems contradictory, the girl also possesses a strong practical streak. Her mother, Katie, abandoned all illusions for a better life long ago. She is rendered almost emotionless by a surfeit of her husband's grand schemes. However she stresses to her children that education is the only path out of the tenements. Grandma Rommely, Katie's mother, also reinforces the importance of education. There is a single ordinary tree visible from the Nolan's tenement window. It grows doggedly through the cement, in spite of harsh conditions which thwart it's development. Yet, it perseveres. For Francie and her father the tree symbolizes hope - the blossoming of life against all odds. It is like a beacon of of light in the darkness of their daily lives. Francie has the tenacity of that tree, and remains steadfast to her dreams. Unlike her father, she has the inner strength and resourcefulness to make them come true. The author poignantly depicts the Nolan's struggles to survive and grow in a world of poverty, hunger, class prejudice and tremendous loss. Francie, a courageous girl, of strong character, comes of age here under extremely difficult circumstances. The portrait of her family members and her relationship with them is beautifully drawn, especially her relationship with her brother Neely. And turn-of-the-century Williamsburg is brought vividly to life. Broader topics are also introduced which enhance the narrative tremendously, such as, WWI, immigration, and politics of the period. Smith's characters are strong and well developed. She uses flashbacks to tell the fascinating story of John Nolan's courtship of Katie, their marriage and early years together. "A Tree Grows In Brooklyn" is a heartfelt, moving novel which touched me deeply. Betty Smith's prose is powerful, as are her storyline and characters. This is a book I will keep to reread in the future. I cannot recommend it highly enough. JANA Review: Another book added to my all-time favorites! - I am so glad I finally read this book. I have been meaning to for years. It was so gratifying to immerse myself in that early 1900’s Brooklyn world to the very end — so full of the breadth and depth of life! And it was filled such real characters that I loved to hang out with daily, especially Francie! As I spent time reading this wonderful coming of age story I was completely pulled into early 20th century Brooklyn with all of its sights, sounds, flavors and aromas… even the dialogue and many dialects of the area and time. And what a storyteller Betty Smith was! I will definitely reread this book several times in the future as I am sure it is now one of my all-time favorites! ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #750 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #6 in Cultural Heritage Fiction #18 in Multigenerational Fiction (Books) #23 in Family Saga Fiction | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 26,387 Reviews | ## Images ![A Tree Grows in Brooklyn - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81PvdrKD+6L.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Media Language, Media Format** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Profoundly Moving Classic *by J***E on May 27, 2005* I was seriously deprived as an adolescent. I never even heard of Betty Smith's classic novel "A Tree Grows In Brooklyn," let alone read it. And I was an avid reader who lived relatively close to Brooklyn. Whatever the reason for this significant omission in my early literary development, I remedied the situation recently, (yes, it took me a while). I can only echo here what millions of other readers have said since the book's publication in 1943, this is an extraordinary novel which enriches and delights. I can understand why The New York Public Library chose it as one of the "Books of the Century." Ms. Smith grew up in Brooklyn and drew from her own experiences to portray the hardships of the Nolans, a tenement family living in that borough's Williamsburg slums during the early part of the 20th century. Teenage Francie Nolan is an avid reader who wants to become a writer. She adores her father John, an alcoholic with a multitude of pipe dreams. He, in turn, loves his children and tries to be a good father, but he is not able to carry out his responsibilities. Nolan has become a dissipated man due to his alcohol addiction. Francie believes in him regardless, (and she's the only one), because they're soul-mates. Although it seems contradictory, the girl also possesses a strong practical streak. Her mother, Katie, abandoned all illusions for a better life long ago. She is rendered almost emotionless by a surfeit of her husband's grand schemes. However she stresses to her children that education is the only path out of the tenements. Grandma Rommely, Katie's mother, also reinforces the importance of education. There is a single ordinary tree visible from the Nolan's tenement window. It grows doggedly through the cement, in spite of harsh conditions which thwart it's development. Yet, it perseveres. For Francie and her father the tree symbolizes hope - the blossoming of life against all odds. It is like a beacon of of light in the darkness of their daily lives. Francie has the tenacity of that tree, and remains steadfast to her dreams. Unlike her father, she has the inner strength and resourcefulness to make them come true. The author poignantly depicts the Nolan's struggles to survive and grow in a world of poverty, hunger, class prejudice and tremendous loss. Francie, a courageous girl, of strong character, comes of age here under extremely difficult circumstances. The portrait of her family members and her relationship with them is beautifully drawn, especially her relationship with her brother Neely. And turn-of-the-century Williamsburg is brought vividly to life. Broader topics are also introduced which enhance the narrative tremendously, such as, WWI, immigration, and politics of the period. Smith's characters are strong and well developed. She uses flashbacks to tell the fascinating story of John Nolan's courtship of Katie, their marriage and early years together. "A Tree Grows In Brooklyn" is a heartfelt, moving novel which touched me deeply. Betty Smith's prose is powerful, as are her storyline and characters. This is a book I will keep to reread in the future. I cannot recommend it highly enough. JANA ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Another book added to my all-time favorites! *by M***. on July 24, 2026* I am so glad I finally read this book. I have been meaning to for years. It was so gratifying to immerse myself in that early 1900’s Brooklyn world to the very end — so full of the breadth and depth of life! And it was filled such real characters that I loved to hang out with daily, especially Francie! As I spent time reading this wonderful coming of age story I was completely pulled into early 20th century Brooklyn with all of its sights, sounds, flavors and aromas… even the dialogue and many dialects of the area and time. And what a storyteller Betty Smith was! I will definitely reread this book several times in the future as I am sure it is now one of my all-time favorites! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rereading a classic! *by A***E on June 2, 2025* I first read this book as a teenager, decades ago. It didn’t leave a strong impression on me. Francie’s life was very different from mine, and it was hard to appreciate the story. It showed up recently on a list of “must read in your lifetime” books and I decided to give it another shot. I’m now in reading this as a senior citizen. I thoroughly enjoyed it this time around, and had trouble putting it down. Betty Smith’s writing style was flowing and engaging. The story was brought to life in the context of the pre-WWI reality in NY. The interesting characters, the strong family ties, the determination and grit of Francie and her family assured the reader that this book is one to remember. ## Frequently Bought Together - A Tree Grows in Brooklyn [75th Anniversary Ed] (Perennial Classics) - To Kill a Mockingbird - Fahrenheit 451 --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.ae/products/12245319-a-tree-grows-in-brooklyn](https://www.desertcart.ae/products/12245319-a-tree-grows-in-brooklyn) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Arab Emirates* *Store origin: AE* *Last updated: 2026-09-25*