In Jeannette Walls’ memoir The Glass Castle, Brian is depicted as a child during the early years of their family’s journey. Specifically, he is born in 1980, which places him at various ages throughout the narrative that spans several years of their upbringing. By the time the family faces significant events, including their move from one town to another and dealing with their parents’ tumultuous lifestyle, Brian would typically be around ten years old during many of these formative experiences. This gives readers a glimpse into his character development and his role in supporting his sister, Jeannette, and facing the challenges posed by their unpredictable family dynamics.
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