Publisher Description
“So Big” is a novel written by Edna Ferber, first published in 1924. The story follows the life of Selina Peake DeJong, a determined and independent woman who struggles to make a living as a farmer in the Midwest during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. After the death of her husband, Selina is left to raise their son, D**k, on her own. Despite facing numerous challenges and setbacks, Selina is determined to provide for her son and instill in him a sense of ambition and integrity. As D**k grows up, he grapples with his own desires and aspirations, torn between his mother’s values and the allure of wealth and success. Through Selina and D**k’s experiences, “So Big” explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the pursuit of the American Dream. The novel received the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1925 and remains a classic of American literature, celebrated for its vivid portrayal of rural life and its strong, resilient protagonist.
