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So Big
Buch von Edna Ferber
Sprache: Englisch

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The story follows the life of a young woman, Selina Peake De Jong, who decides to be a school teacher in farming country. During her stay on the Pool family farm, she encourages the young Roelf Pool to follow his interests, which include art. Upon his mother's death, Roelf runs away to France. Meanwhile, Selina marries a Dutch farmer named Pervus. They have a child together, Dirk, whom she nicknames "So Big," from the common question and answer "How big is baby? " "So-o-o-o big!" (Ferber, 2). Pervus becomes ill and dies, and Selina is forced to take over working on the farm to give Dirk a future. As Dirk gets older, he works as an architect but is more interested in making money than creating buildings and becomes a stock broker, much to his mother's disappointment. His love interest, Dallas O'Mara, an acclaimed artist, echoes this sentiment by trying to convince Dirk that there is more to life than money. Much later in life, Selina is visited by Roelf Pool, who has since become a famous sculptor. Dirk grows very distressed when, after visiting his mother's farm, he realizes that Dallas and Roelf love each other and he cannot compete with the artistically minded sculptor. In the end, Dirk comes to appreciate the wisdom of his mother, who always valued aesthetics and beauty even as she scraped out a living in a stern Dutch community. Ultimately, Dirk is left alone in his sumptuous apartment, saddened by his abandonment of artistic values.
The story follows the life of a young woman, Selina Peake De Jong, who decides to be a school teacher in farming country. During her stay on the Pool family farm, she encourages the young Roelf Pool to follow his interests, which include art. Upon his mother's death, Roelf runs away to France. Meanwhile, Selina marries a Dutch farmer named Pervus. They have a child together, Dirk, whom she nicknames "So Big," from the common question and answer "How big is baby? " "So-o-o-o big!" (Ferber, 2). Pervus becomes ill and dies, and Selina is forced to take over working on the farm to give Dirk a future. As Dirk gets older, he works as an architect but is more interested in making money than creating buildings and becomes a stock broker, much to his mother's disappointment. His love interest, Dallas O'Mara, an acclaimed artist, echoes this sentiment by trying to convince Dirk that there is more to life than money. Much later in life, Selina is visited by Roelf Pool, who has since become a famous sculptor. Dirk grows very distressed when, after visiting his mother's farm, he realizes that Dallas and Roelf love each other and he cannot compete with the artistically minded sculptor. In the end, Dirk comes to appreciate the wisdom of his mother, who always valued aesthetics and beauty even as she scraped out a living in a stern Dutch community. Ultimately, Dirk is left alone in his sumptuous apartment, saddened by his abandonment of artistic values.
Über den Autor
Edna Ferber (1885-1968) was an American novelist, short story writer, and playwright known for her insightful portrayals of American life and culture. Born in Kalamazoo, Michigan, she grew up in various Midwestern towns, which heavily influenced her writing. Ferber began her career as a journalist and later turned to fiction writing. Ferber authored numerous novels, short stories, and plays that often focused on themes of family dynamics, cultural identity, and social change. Her works include "So Big" (1924), which won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction, "Show Boat" (1926), and "Giant" (1952), all of which were adapted into successful films or Broadway productions. Known for her strong female characters, Ferber's writing also touched on feminist themes and social issues of her time, including race relations and economic disparity. Edna Ferber was a pioneering figure in American literature, known for her realistic portrayals and compassionate storytelling. Her works continue to be studied and appreciated for their exploration of American identity and the human experience. Ferber passed away in 1968, leaving behind a legacy of literary achievements that continue to resonate with readers interested in the complexities of American society and the human spirit.
Details
Erscheinungsjahr: 2022
Genre: Romane & Erzählungen
Rubrik: Belletristik
Medium: Buch
ISBN-13: 9781957990088
ISBN-10: 1957990082
Sprache: Englisch
Ausstattung / Beilage: HC gerader Rücken kaschiert
Einband: Gebunden
Autor: Ferber, Edna
Hersteller: Ancient Wisdom Publications
Maße: 235 x 157 x 18 mm
Von/Mit: Edna Ferber
Erscheinungsdatum: 02.05.2022
Gewicht: 0,529 kg
Artikel-ID: 121661102
Über den Autor
Edna Ferber (1885-1968) was an American novelist, short story writer, and playwright known for her insightful portrayals of American life and culture. Born in Kalamazoo, Michigan, she grew up in various Midwestern towns, which heavily influenced her writing. Ferber began her career as a journalist and later turned to fiction writing. Ferber authored numerous novels, short stories, and plays that often focused on themes of family dynamics, cultural identity, and social change. Her works include "So Big" (1924), which won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction, "Show Boat" (1926), and "Giant" (1952), all of which were adapted into successful films or Broadway productions. Known for her strong female characters, Ferber's writing also touched on feminist themes and social issues of her time, including race relations and economic disparity. Edna Ferber was a pioneering figure in American literature, known for her realistic portrayals and compassionate storytelling. Her works continue to be studied and appreciated for their exploration of American identity and the human experience. Ferber passed away in 1968, leaving behind a legacy of literary achievements that continue to resonate with readers interested in the complexities of American society and the human spirit.
Details
Erscheinungsjahr: 2022
Genre: Romane & Erzählungen
Rubrik: Belletristik
Medium: Buch
ISBN-13: 9781957990088
ISBN-10: 1957990082
Sprache: Englisch
Ausstattung / Beilage: HC gerader Rücken kaschiert
Einband: Gebunden
Autor: Ferber, Edna
Hersteller: Ancient Wisdom Publications
Maße: 235 x 157 x 18 mm
Von/Mit: Edna Ferber
Erscheinungsdatum: 02.05.2022
Gewicht: 0,529 kg
Artikel-ID: 121661102
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