So Big by Edna Ferber

"So Big" is a novel that follows the life of Selina Peake De Jong, a woman who moves from Chicago to a rural Dutch community in Illinois after the death of her father. She becomes a school teacher and marries a farmer, living a life of hardship and poverty. Despite the challenges, she instills a love of beauty and art in her son Dirk, who grows up to become a successful architect. The book explores themes of resilience, the American Dream, and the often overlooked value of hard work and artistic integrity.

The 10082nd greatest book of all time


Published
1924
Nationality
American
Length
Moderate
Pages
300-400
Words
100,000
Original Language
English
Alternate Titles
None

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