Object Lessons by Anna Quindlen

Object Lessons by Anna Quindlen
A Coming-of-Age Story Set in Suburban 1960s America

In Object Lessons, acclaimed author Anna Quindlen weaves a touching and insightful story about twelve-year-old Maggie Scanlan, a girl growing up in suburban New York City during the 1960s. Maggie’s world is defined by the presence of her influential grandfather, Jack Scanlan, who holds sway over her family. Throughout a transformative summer, Maggie wrestles with the lessons her grandfather imparts, while also witnessing the unraveling of her family and the changes in the man she once saw as strong and unyielding. As Maggie learns to question her family’s values, she begins to carve out her own identity in a time of personal and societal upheaval.

Why You'll Love This Book

Object Lessons is a beautifully crafted, introspective novel that captures the complexities of family, class, and coming of age in the 1960s. Anna Quindlen’s keen observations and vivid character development make this a poignant and relatable story for readers of all ages.