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Emily Lewis

//The Good Earth// , by Pearl S. Buck, Tells about a poor farmer by the name of Wang Lung, who went to the great House of Hwang. There he would meet his Wife. This Woman was a servant girl who served her mistress, and the Master. The day that they had met, was the day of their marriage. When the winter had began to arrive, Wang Lung was prepared, because had already collected the grain to sell. The grain would sell for lots of money, because not many people would have theirs in the market, because it was sold in the fall. The money that they had collected had given them enough money to buy food. As the winter had settled in O Lan had informed her husband that she was with child ( pregnant ). The New years was full of Good luck. O Lan had visited her old mistress. She had realized that the house was not as prosperous as in past years. Wang Lung Had decided to buy the land from the people. The entire year, was very lucky. The husband and wife had another son. But after two years of good luck. O Lan had given birth to a girl. After that day, the crops were dried up, and the family had started to starve. One day Wang Lung’s uncle had come to visit. He had asked for money to pay for his daughter’s wedding. Wang Lung had not refused, but was very upset .Soon it was decided that The family would move to the southern villages. There the family had made very little money by begging on the streets. Wang Lung had also made some money by pulling a cart to transport people. The begging and cart pulling idea had not been a success, and he had still longed for his land. One day on a special occasion the Nobles had invited a select group of people over to their house. They were then ambushed and robbed by a mob of peasants and lower class farmers. This mob had included Wang Lung, who had caught the Nobel in the court yard and had demanded money. As an exchange for his life, the Nobel had given up his money, and also precious gems. Now that The family had money, than they were able to move back to the land of The House of Hwang. They move back and the house is not perfect condition, but repairs were easily made. Soon O Lan becomes very sick, and the doctors say that she will die soon. Her dying wish is to see her son get married. So the first son is married, and O Lan dies right after the wedding is held, and soon after a funeral is held. Many months later the sons had decided to try and sell the land that was attached to the House of Hwang. Wang Lung was infuriated and scolded the sons. They had assured the father, that it would not be sold. but in secret they were planning to disobey him.

The Plot is very believable, and tells a great story. I think that the story interprets history of the Asian culture, and way life of life.

The story takes place in the southern parts of China, where there are many rice fields. The setting gave the story certain expectations, such as people who were Masters or Mistress, who owned slaves.

The conflict in the story is when The birth of the family’s first daughter. That day was when all of the bad luck had started. The book had showed me how fortunate that I really am. I had also showed me how poor and desperate that many people are. This had made a huge impact on me, and made me want to help people when I am older. the author had definitely done what she had set out to do. She an had created an exact replica of the olden days in most of Asia.

Many of the characters were not relate able, because we live in the modern day world. This book was written a very long time ago, and many of the technology devices that we have and use today were not present in the story. Each of the Character had matured, in their own way throughout the entire book. For example, the main character Wang Lung had slowly departed p from living with and taking care of his father.

The story did not have any surprises, But there were many end of the chapter cliff hangers. This book had a very unique style of writing, which drew me into the story, helping me wander what would happen. This Book was very good, and I had enjoyed reading. I also think that people from the age of twelve on up should read this book. It is a classic novel, and I think that it is amazing. It describes the way that the people in China used to live. This book is unlike any other book that I have already read. I do not regret reading it. tent of your page here.

 Romeo and Juliet  Emily Lewis Romeo and Juliet  by William Shakespeare was a story that took placed in Verona, Italy. The story began with two servants from the two houses of the Capulet's and the Montague's, (who have been in conflict for a long time at that point.) had began a fist fight. After the fight Romeo’s cousin had tried to cheer Romeo up, after he had confessed his love for a girl who had not returned his love to his cousin. The rival house of the Capulet's ,by accident, invite the Montague's over to a banquet. Romeo, despite his sadness and broken heart decides to attend, but only after he was told that he would possibly see his crush. At the Banquet Romeo spots a young girl that he seems to fancy. She is from the house of Capulet, but Romeo is in love. Her name is Juliet. Romeo soon asks for a dance, and then a kiss. Juliet agrees, and fancies Romeo as he to her. before long, Romeo visits Juliet, and they agree to marry. They plan to marry the next day to Friar Lawrence. Romeo then goes to visit his cousin. Then the cousin of Juliet comes along, and begins to taunt Romeo. Getting provoked, The cousin of Romeo begins to battle him. The cousin of Juliet, Tybalt, gives the cousin of Romeo a fatal wound that kills him. Romeo is devastated and kills Tybalt. After realizing, the consequences of his actions, Romeo goes to hide in Friar Lawrence's place. Friar Lawrence tells Romeo that he will be killed if he stays and insists that he spend the night with Juliet and flee Verona in the morning. Romeo obeys ,and soon leaves. Juliet’s parents who are not aware of her marriage with Romeo decide to let her marry a man named Paris. Juliet refuses, and is infuriated, and goes to Friar Lawrence for advice. He then gives her a potion that will allow her to appear dead. She had intended to send her love a note Informing him of what she had done, and also further plans to meet afterward. Just as instructed, Juliet drinks the potion after telling her parents that she had decided to marry Paris. The nurse had found her dead in her chamber. Then The Wedding that was planned, was cancelled, and in its place a funeral was held. Later that day he went to morn over her dead body. Soon Romeo arrives after hearing that Juliet is dead and finds Paris. They Duel, and Romeo wins. Paris asks to be placed next to Juliet as he dies. Then Romeo drinks the poison he bought on his way there and dies. Just minutes later Juliet wakes up and after finding Romeo dead, and kills herself with his dagger. The two deaths eventually end the feud between the families. In this story of tragedy and love written by Shakespeare was a heart breaking ,yet elegantly poetic tale told. However, the author is not my very favorite. Perhaps the book was not interesting to me because I am simply not interested in Romance, and unnecessary deaths. Many people who study and dedicate their lives to his work find him to have the most superior of all poetry. I however find the poetry of Homer to be better. In other words, he is a bit over rated. The story takes place in Verona ,Italy. The setting adds to a the story slightly, considering that it is a story of romance. The main theme was the forbidden love of Romeo and Juliet. The book showed me how strong a person’s love can be for another. The characters had well fitted their personality and the plot. I would recommend this book only to those who fully understand Shakespeare. It was a great story, but a bit overrated. ﻿ []