
Seedfolks
by Paul Fleischman
A collection of interconnected vignettes following residents of a diverse Cleveland neighborhood who transform a vacant lot into a community garden. The story features characters from various cultural backgrounds including Vietnamese, Guatemalan, Korean, African American, and other communities, exploring themes of immigration, cultural identity, and how gardening can bridge differences between people. Through each character's perspective, the book examines issues of racism, community building, and finding common ground across cultural divides.
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