Tuck Everlasting by Natalie Babbitt
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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- Published
- 1975
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 139
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(3.7)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 4 lists:
- 231st on The Complete 500: OCLC (OCLC)
- 1,000 Books to Read Before You Die: A Life-Changing List (1,000 Books to Read Before You Die(Book))
- The 100 Best Fantasy Books of All Time (Time)
- The 100 Best YA Books of All Time (Time)