Selina Peake moves from Chicago to a rural Dutch farming area just outside the city to teach in a one room school. As she attempts to fit into the community, she learns about her own strength in adapting to rural life. She marries an uneducated but sweet Dutch farmer named Pervus DeJong and has a son, Dirk, nicknamed "So Big." She wishes her son to have the same appreciation for the arts and education she has, and although he becomes an architect, his disillusionment with the architectural...

Selina Peake moves from Chicago to a rural Dutch farming area just outside the city to teach in a one room school. As she attempts to fit into the community, she learns about her own strength in adapting to rural life. She marries an uneducated but sweet Dutch farmer named Pervus DeJong and has a son, Dirk, nicknamed "So Big." She wishes her son to have the same appreciation for the arts and education she has, and although he becomes an architect, his disillusionment with the architectural...

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The story follows the life of Selina Peake, a strong-willed and determined woman growing up on a farm in the American Midwest. After the death of her father, Selina takes over the family farm, determined to make a life for herself and her son, Dirk. As she navigates the challenges of rural life, Selina grapples with her dreams and aspirations, often feeling confined by her circumstances.The narrative explores Selina's relationships with her community and her struggle to balance her persona...

Show Boat Edna Ferber - The novel that inspired the Broadway classica saga of romance, revenge, and a riverboat theater troupe: First-rate storytelling . . . irresistible. The New York Times Book ReviewSpanning four decades and three generations, and journeying from the postCivil War South to Chicago to New York, Show Boat has been adapted for radio, stage, and screen, becoming a landmark of American culture.The bestseller by Pulitzer Prize winner Edna Ferber follows a cast of characters w...

Inspired by the life events of Antje Paarlberg, So Big is an award-winning drama that depicts the life of Selina Peake de Jong. Raised in a strict farming community, Selina decides to be a schoolteacher. Good-hearted and kind, she attempts to inspire her students to work for their dreams, no matter how nontraditional they seem. By encouraging artistic expression, Selina changes the lives of her students. When she marries a farmer named Pervus, the two welcome a baby boy into their...

Filled with wit, warmth, and keen observation, Buttered Side Down is a delightful collection of stories that captures the struggles, aspirations, and unexpected triumphs of ordinary people navigating the complexities of modern life. From bustling cities to quiet towns, each tale offers a vivid glimpse into the hopes and disappointments that shape human experience. With a remarkable gift for character and dialogue, Edna Ferber brings to life an unforgettable cast of dreamers, workers, adven...

Cimarron by Edna Ferber is offered here in a clean English digital edition prepared for fluent ebook reading. The work stands within classics and gives modern readers direct access to a public-domain classic with navigable structure and a restrained typographic presentation. The opening pages establish the book's atmosphere with this first movement: Only the more fantastic and improbable events contained in this book are true. There is no attempt to set down a literal history of Oklahoma. ...

Wilbur travels to the French Riviera, where he encounters a wealthy older woman named Mrs. Henshaw. Mrs. Henshaw is attracted to Wilbur's good looks and his charming personality, and she hires him to be her companion.Wilbur initially feels conflicted about his role as Mrs. Henshaw's "gigolo," but he eventually comes to appreciate her companionship and her financial support. He also develops a genuine affection for her.The story explores the themes of love, loss, and the search for meaning ...

The stories revolve around Emma's life as a traveling saleswoman, her professional challenges, and her personal life, particularly her relationship with her son. Through Emma's character, Ferber explores themes of female independence, resilience, and the evolving roles of women in the early 20th century.Edna Ferber was known for her engaging storytelling and her ability to create strong, multi-dimensional female characters. "Personality Plus" is considered one of her early successes and sh...

The story is presented in a semi-autobiographical format, with the main character, Dawn O'Hara, being a newspaper reporter and journalist. The novel provides a humorous and insightful look at Dawn's adventures and challenges as she navigates the world of journalism in New York City.Dawn O'Hara is depicted as a spirited and vivacious young woman who faces the trials and tribulations of her profession while maintaining her sense of humor and wit. The novel explores themes of women's independ...

The novel "Fanny Herself" is a coming-of-age story that follows the life and experiences of the titular character, Fanny Brandeis. Fanny is a young Jewish girl growing up in the Midwest, and the novel traces her journey from childhood to adulthood. The story explores her relationships with her family, friends, and the wider community, as well as her ambitions and dreams.One of the central themes of the novel is Fanny's desire to become a successful businesswoman and pursue a career in the ...