"The Glass Castle" is a memoir by Jeannette Walls that recounts her unconventional and often tumultuous childhood. Growing up in a dysfunctional family, she was raised by her parents, Rex Walls and Rose Mary Walls, who were both eccentric and neglectful. The family frequently moved, living in poverty and facing various challenges, yet they maintained a unique bond. The title refers to Rex Walls' dream of building a glass castle for his family, symbolizing both hope and the unattainable. Throughout the memoir, Jeannette reflects on her experiences, highlighting themes of resilience, forgiveness, and the complexity of familial love.