Interview with Jeannette Walls

Introduction - 💼 Pack your bags

Hey everyone! 🌟 Today, we're diving into an interview with Jeannette Walls, author of The Glass Castle. We'll analyze and interpret the key themes and messages she shares.

Think about resilience, family dynamics, and pursuing dreams despite obstacles. Ready to uncover the deeper meanings behind her words? Let's get started! 🚀

What interests you most about Jeannette Walls' story?

**Exploring The Glass Castle: Insights from Jeannette Walls**

What did you think about The Glass Castle? I hope you found Jeannette Walls’ story inspiring! It is sometimes hard to remember that this is a true story. These are not characters in a book, even though we discuss the children and their experiences like we would characters in a work of fiction. As readers, we've learned that our past experiences, whether positive or negative, shape but do not define us and that it's possible to find strength in our struggles while maintaining compassion for those who have hurt us.

Why don’t we hear from Jeannette herself? You will watch the following interview with Jeannette Walls, and she will speak very candidly about her experience writing The Glass Castle as well as her feelings about her family members. You may be surprised at what she has to say!

As you watch the interview, please complete the Interview Questions handout.

Interview with Jeannette Walls Video

Watch the interview with Jeannette Walls about her book, The Glass Castle.

"An Evening with Jeannette Walls-Point Loma Writer's Symposium by the Sea 2014." YouTube, uploaded by University of California Television, April 18, 2014, An Evening with Jeannette Walls -- Point Loma Writer's Symposium By the Sea 2014 - YouTube

🚀 Blast-off Wrap-up

Throughout the interview, Walls emphasizes the importance of storytelling as a means of understanding one’s past and encouraging others to confront their own narratives. She advocates for the idea that everyone has a story worth telling and that writing can be a powerful tool for healing and self-acceptance. The conversation also touches on the challenges of memoir writing, the complexities of family dynamics, and the role of love and forgiveness in shaping one’s identity. Ultimately, Walls expresses gratitude for her experiences, viewing them as essential to her personal growth and literary success.

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