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Pavilion of Women: A Novel of Life in the Woman's Quarters by Pearl S. Buck (Paperback)
From the acclaimed author of the classic novel The Good Earth comes the captivating story of Madame Wu, a woman whose unexpected decision to retire from her marriage and select a concubine for her husband profoundly disrupts the delicate balance of her extended household.
Madame Wu, a woman of formidable intellect and strength of character, had for decades dutifully fulfilled her role as the master of her husband's household. However, as she entered the autumn of her years, Madame Wu made the surprising choice to withdraw from the responsibilities of marriage, selecting a young concubine to take her place at her husband's side.
This unconventional decision sent ripples of consternation through the intricate web of family members and servants who depended on Madame Wu's steady guidance. Faced with the shift in household dynamics, each member of the extended family was forced to confront their own assumptions and preconceptions about the nature of marriage, duty, and a woman's place in traditional Chinese society.
The story that unfolds is a nuanced, psychologically rich exploration of the inner lives of the women in Madame Wu's orbit. From the willful concubine, navigating the delicate balance of power, to Madame Wu's own daughters, who must reassess their roles and expectations, the novel paints a vivid portrait of the challenges and rewards of womanhood in a rapidly changing world.
Told with the author's characteristic insight and compassion, this work has been hailed by The New York Times Book Review as "a searching, adult study of women written with high seriousness and sympathy." It is a captivating and thought-provoking exploration of the complex emotional and social landscape of the human experience, underscored by the unique perspective of women in a traditional Chinese household.
Through the prism of Madame Wu's surprising decision, readers are invited to contemplate the nature of personal freedom, the burden of societal expectations, and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of profound change. This masterful work of fiction stands as a testament to the author's profound understanding of the human condition and their gift for crafting narratives that linger long in the reader's mind.
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| language | English | ||||
| item_weight | 1 pounds | ||||
| dimensions | 9 x 5 x 1 inches | ||||
| best_sellers_rank | #2,480,691 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) | ||||
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