Natalie Babbitt

Natalie Babbitt was an American author and illustrator of children's books. She is best known for her novel 'Tuck Everlasting', a popular work of fiction that explores the concept of immortality. Babbitt's writing is celebrated for its literary quality and the thought-provoking themes she often explored in her work.

Books

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  1. 1. Tuck Everlasting

    This novel explores the concept of immortality through the story of a young girl who stumbles upon a family that has inadvertently gained eternal life after drinking from a magical spring. The family, having lived for centuries, shares their experiences and the burdens of their unending existence with the girl, who must then decide whether to keep their secret and live a mortal life or join them in everlasting life. The narrative delves into themes of life, death, and the natural order of things, as the girl grapples with the profound implications of a life without end.

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