The Good Earth

The Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece returns in this exquisite new edition celebrating over ninety-five years as an American classic.

A timeless portrait of love, labor, and the land, The Good Earth follows the life of Wang Lung, a humble farmer whose fortunes rise and fall with the soil he tills. Through seasons of hardship and prosperity, Pearl S. Buck crafts an unforgettable story of family, ambition, and the unbreakable bond between people and the earth that sustains them.

A sweeping, deeply human glimpse into rural China at the turn of the twentieth century, this classic of American literature illuminates the universal struggles for security, dignity, and belonging. Rich in detail and emotional power, The Good Earth remains as resonant and compelling today as when it first captivated readers around the world.