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Rural Chinese family's journey from poverty to wealth.
"The Good Earth" takes you on an immersive journey through the life of a humble farmer, Wang Lung, and his ascent to affluence. It's a powerful depiction of the human spirit against the backdrop of historical change. As you follow the trials and triumphs of Wang and his family, you'll be captivated by the intimate look at Chinese culture and the universal themes of hardship and prosperity that resonate with any reader seeking depth and authenticity in their literary travels.
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ISBN: 9780195854596
Publisher: Oxford University Press España, S.A.
Date of Publication: 1996-01-01
Format: Paperback
Goodreads rating: 3.38
(rated by 8 readers)
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The story of Wang Lung and his family as they go from rural poverty to great riches, against the background of revolutionary China.
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Rural Chinese family's journey from poverty to wealth.
"The Good Earth" takes you on an immersive journey through the life of a humble farmer, Wang Lung, and his ascent to affluence. It's a powerful depiction of the human spirit against the backdrop of historical change. As you follow the trials and triumphs of Wang and his family, you'll be captivated by the intimate look at Chinese culture and the universal themes of hardship and prosperity that resonate with any reader seeking depth and authenticity in their literary travels.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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