So Big
So Big by Edna Ferber is a reissue published by Harper Collins on June 15, 2010, featuring 288 pages in English. This classic novel set in turn-of-the-century Chicago tells the story of Selina Peake DeJong, a gambler’s daughter who navigates the challenges of marriage, widowhood, and single parenthood while striving to maintain her dignity and sanity.
Readers will find a narrative that explores themes of poverty, sexism, and the pursuit of success through Selina’s experiences. The book presents a vivid portrayal of her struggles and resilience in a rapidly changing society. Edna Ferber’s work remains a significant literary achievement, reflecting the complexities of life during this era.
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Winner of the Pulitzer Prize and widely considered to be Edna Ferber’s greatest achievement, So Big is a classic novel of turn-of-the-century Chicago. It is the unforgettable story of Selina Peake DeJong, a gambler’s daughter, and her struggles to stay afloat and maintain her dignity and her sanity in the face of marriage, widowhood, and single parenthood. A brilliant literary masterwork from one of the twentieth century’s most accomplished and admired writers, the remarkable So Big still resonates with its unflinching view of poverty, sexism, and the drive for success.
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