I Never Promised You a Rose Garden
(Author) Joanne GreenbergSixteen-year-old Deborah's identity is shattering, as she retreats further and further from the 'normal' world into her imaginary kingdom of Yr, a fantastical inner refuge both lush and horrifying. Sent to a psychiatric hospital, she must, with the help of a gifted psychiatrist, try to find a way back. Joanne Greenberg's fictionalized autobiography became a global bestseller on publication in 1964, and remains a wrenching account of mental illness.
Joanne Greenberg
Joanne Greenberg, also known by her pen name Hannah Green, is best known for her novel "I Never Promised You a Rose Garden," a semi-autobiographical work that explores mental illness and the power of the human mind. Her writing style is characterized by vivid imagery and emotional depth, making her a pioneer in the portrayal of mental health in literature. Greenberg's work has had a lasting impact on the representation of mental illness and the importance of empathy and understanding in literature.
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