The Giving Tree

The Giving Tree

1964 • 64 pages

Ratings319

Average rating4.3

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A young boy grows to manhood and old age experiencing the love and generosity of a tree which gives to him without thought of return

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There's not much to say about this that hasn't been said. It's full of love and some sadness and it's perfect.

July 1, 2020

It's a little sweet on the surface, but after I thought about it, whether you interpret the story literally or representing parent-child bonds, I feel it conveys a bad message of selfishness.

April 2, 2013

Emotional and reflective.

September 13, 2022

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