Description
Planted between the Twin Towers in New York City, a Callery pear tree grows into a quiet landmark—offering shade, shelter for birds, and the first blooms of spring—until September 11, 2001 shatters everything. When the tree is buried in the rubble and later discovered to have survived, its journey becomes a living testament to care, recovery, and the long work of healing. Through the tree’s own perspective, this moving story follows how community, first responders, and dedicated stewards help it return to the place it once anchored, where it continues to offer beauty and comfort. With Sean Rubin’s lyrical, award-nominated author-illustrator style, the book explores resilience, remembrance, and renewal—turning one remarkable tree into a symbol of hope for a nation rebuilding.
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Published May 11, 2021
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First Published
2021
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for This Very Tree by Sean Rubin.