realized that I had come to my own terms with the desert, but my soul was thirsty.

πŸ“– Barbara Kingsolver

🌍 American  |  πŸ‘¨β€πŸ’Ό Novelist

πŸŽ‚ April 8, 1955
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In "The Bean Trees," the protagonist reflects on her relationship with the environment, particularly the desert, which she has learned to navigate and accept. Despite her acceptance, she feels an inner craving that remains unfulfilled, highlighting a deeper emotional and spiritual need that goes beyond mere survival in harsh conditions.

This realization suggests a conflict between external resilience and internal vulnerability. While she has adapted to her surroundings, the thirst of...

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