The Mother
The Mother
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2012
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Rural China • 1930s
2012
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
The Mother by Pearl S. Buck follows a resilient woman in rural China who navigates life's challenges after her husband's departure. The narrative explores her dedication to her children, her perseverance in the face of adversity, and her struggle to maintain dignity and hope amid societal and personal hardships.
Melancholic
Challenging
Contemplative
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
6,850 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Review Roundup
The Mother by Pearl S. Buck is praised for its rich portrayal of rural China and the complexities of motherhood. The narrative's emotional depth and Buck's empathetic writing are highlights. However, some critics find the pacing slow and the prose occasionally simplistic. Overall, it's considered a poignant exploration of cultural and familial struggles.
Who Should Read The Mother?
A reader who appreciates The Mother by Pearl S. Buck would enjoy character-driven narratives exploring family, resilience, and rural life. Fans of Buck's The Good Earth or John Steinbeck’s The Grapes of Wrath would find similar thematic depth and social critique in this poignant tale.
6,850 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
304
Novel • Fiction
Rural China • 1930s
2012
Adult
18+ years
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