East Wind by Pearl S. Buck
West Wind
The novel tells the story of Kwei-lan, a young Chinese woman who is navigating the complexities of tradition and modernity in early 20th-century China. Raised in a traditional household, she is married to a Western-educated Chinese doctor, who challenges her deeply ingrained beliefs and customs. Through her journey, Kwei-lan learns to reconcile her cultural heritage with the new ideas and practices introduced by her husband, ultimately finding a balance between the old and the new. The narrative explores themes of cultural conflict, adaptation, and the transformative power of love and understanding.
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- Published
- 1930
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 200-300
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
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- East Wind: West Wind
- Istočni Vetar Zapadni Vetar
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