Pearl Buck's the Good Earth (Monarch Notes)

Historical fiction by Pearl S. Buck

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A poignant tale about the life and labors of a Chinese farmer during the sweeping reign of the country¹s last emperor.

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• An outline of key themes and plot points to help readers form their own interpretations

• Detailed explanatory notes

• Critical analysis, including contemporary and modern perspectives on the work

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First Published

1931

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joresa

Joresa

Für alle, die sich mit der chinesischen Lebensweise auseinandersetzen - ein sehr gutes Buch. Ich habe es mit Spannung und Interesse gelesen, obwohl 'nur' der Alltag einer chinesischen Familie dargestellt ist.

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