37 pages 1 hour read

Annie Dillard

An American Childhood

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 1987

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Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Annie Dillard's An American Childhood captivates readers with its eloquent prose and vivid imagery, recounting the author's coming-of-age experiences. Praised for its introspective depth and reflective narrative, it resonates with many. However, some find its contemplative pace slow and its detail-heavy style demanding. Overall, it is a rich, evocative memoir celebrated by admirers of literary nonfiction.

Who should read this

Who Should Read An American Childhood?

Readers who appreciate An American Childhood by Annie Dillard often enjoy reflective, poetic memoirs that explore personal growth and the beauty of everyday experiences. Fans of works like To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee and The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls would find Dillard's introspective narrative appealing.

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Reading Age

14-18years

Lexile Level

1040L

Book Details

Themes
Life/Time: Childhood & Youth
Identity: Language
Topics
Education
Genre
Education
Biography
Classic Fiction