"The Year I Was Born" by L. Baxter is a poignant exploration of identity and belonging through the lens of a young girl named Ruth, who grapples with her place in the world. Set against the backdrop of a changing society, Ruth's journey begins with her birth year, an emblem of transformation for her family and community. As she navigates friendships, family dynamics, and the complexities of growing up, Ruth learns to embrace her roots while forging her path. The story beautifully interweaves themes of love, loss, and self-discovery, ultimately illuminating the ties that bind us to our past and shape our future. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Year I Was Born .

There are 48 pages in this book. This book was published in 1996 by Penguin Random House Children's UK .

Sally Tagholm is a full-time writer of both books and magazines. She has written about a huge array of subjects and is the author of several successful history books as well as titles in Kingfisher's Animal Lives series. Her lyrical, informative text truly brings to life the changing seasons across the world.