Book Review | The Good Earth

T HE GOOD EARTH written by the Nobel Prize winner Pearl S. Buck was published in 1931. A classic of twentieth century set against China on the brink of revolution. A riveting family saga and a story of female sacrifice. In the reign of last emperor a servant girl married a humble man and together they began their epic journey. Most influential part is the Farmer Wang Lung's connection or attachment with the 'Earth' mentioned in the title. Earth refers to his land in this book. His devotion towards his land is remarkable. There are many other aspects of the books which reflect the live's of people before revolution in China. Materialistic things mattered more. Money and beauty were of great relevance. Rich lead lavish live's whereas poor were starved to death. Humanity had no place in this realm habituated with affluent community. Alongside this, the era was completely characterized by male dominance. The existence of female was thought upon as a misfortune....