Term Papers on The Good Earth: Wang Lung - A Man Of Determination And Loyalty

Term Paper Title	The Good Earth: Wang Lung - A Man Of Determination And Loyalty
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The Good Earth: Wang Lung - A Man of Determination and Loyalty

     Pearl S. Buck shows her readers the many faces of Wang Lung in her book,
The Good Earth. Wang Lung is a rice farmer who gains all his wealth through the
land.  He struggles to move from poverty to a well respected wealthy man.  Wang
Lungs character portrays a man's unselfishness, determination, and loyalty
towards his family and friends.
     Wang Lung's caring and generous nature towards his family and friends
make him a well-liked person.  During the drought Wang Lung feeds the family
members first and leaves what little is left for himself.  Though it is hard,
Wang Lung manages to survive the drought.  He feeds the family small portions of
rice which are left over from the season.  When the food runs out and the
furniture and equipment are sold, Wang Lung decides to make a harsh decision.
He decides to lock up and move south.  There he hopes to find food and money for
his family.  After a 100 mile train ride,  they end up in the south.  Wang Lung
is delighted to find rice for only a penny.  While Wang Lung uses the ricksha to
make money for rice,  the family eats and begins to regain strength.  When all
is well, Wang Lung returns home to start his life all over.
     Also during the drought Wang Lung spares food and money for his uncle,
uncles's wife and their son.  The uncle is a poor old gambler who would rather
gamble his money away than to spend it on his family.  During the drought he
shows up in Wang Lung's fields begging for money. At first Wang Lung refuses to
dish out money to his uncle.  After a time of arguementing Wang Lung finally
gives in.  He states " 'It is cutting my flesh out to give to him and for
nothing except that we are of a blood' ".(46)  Wang Lung is upset that he had to
give money to his uncle.  Wang Lung didn't have to give to his uncle, but by
doing so he kept peace with his him.
     Wang Lung's persistence to succeed carries him to a higher level in life.
With such an attitude he is determined to regain his wealth after the drought.
On the way home from down south, Wang Lung used the gold he had taken from the
man in the Great House to buy thi...

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