Geraldine Brooks

Geraldine Brooks is an Australian-American journalist and author. Born on September 14, 1955, in Sydney, Australia, she worked as a reporter for The Sydney Morning Herald and later for The Wall Street Journal. Brooks is best known for her historical fiction novels, including the Pulitzer Prize-winning 'March' and the international bestsellers 'Year of Wonders' and 'People of the Book'. Her work is acclaimed for its rich detail and in-depth research.

Books

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  1. 1. March

    Cover of 'March' by Geraldine Brooks

    "March" is a novel that tells the story of Mr. March, the absent father from Louisa May Alcott's classic novel "Little Women," during his time serving as a chaplain in the Union Army during the Civil War. The book explores themes of war, slavery, and moral conflict as Mr. March's ideals are tested and he grapples with the harsh realities of war and the human capacity for cruelty. His experiences profoundly affect him, changing his worldview and shaping the man that returns to his family.