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Geraldine Brooks’ Literary Haven: A Family Legacy

12/21/2025

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  • Geraldine Brooks's West Tisbury home reflects her deep literary connection.
  • The barn library features works by Ann Patchett and Michael Lewis, who have stayed there.
  • The office, once used by her late husband Tony Horwitz, now serves their son Nathaniel.
  • Brooks donated many of Horwitz's books and keeps key artifacts from their careers.
  • She cherishes books that shaped her, including Nine Parts of Desire and The Lord of the Rings.