Pigs in Heaven by Barbara Kingsolver
This novel follows the story of a young Cherokee girl and her adoptive mother. When the mother's right to custody is challenged by the Cherokee Nation, she takes her daughter and flees, sparking a nationwide manhunt. The narrative explores themes of cultural identity, belonging, and the meaning of family, while also delving into the legal and ethical complexities of Native American adoption laws.
The 3255th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1993
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 343
- Words
- 103,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 74th on The 100 Favorite Novels of Librarians (Bookman.com)
- How to Read Literature Like a Professor: A Reading List (Thomas C. Foster)