"Mothers to Men" by Zona Gale is a story that highlights the intense bond between a father and son as they navigate a world shadowed by loss. Set against the backdrop of a rainy night, a father wrestles with grief and the weight of parental duty after his wife's passing, even contemplating leaving his son to ensure the boy's safety and future. The son, with an untouched innocence, innocently worries about a hole in his shoe, unaware of the depth of his father's internal battle and the sacrifices he's considering. The novel begins by painting a picture of their dire circumstances, where every step leads them closer to the welcoming arms and open hearts of Friendship Village.
Mothers to Men
By Zona Gale
Amidst rain-soaked streets and aching hearts, a father contemplates an unthinkable sacrifice so that his son can find sunshine.
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About the AuthorZona Gale, also known by her married name, Zona Gale Breese, was an American novelist, short story writer, and playwright. She became the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1921. The close relationship she had with her parents set the tone for her writing and her personal life. Her books based upon her home town were found to be charming and had an intimate sense of realism, in which she captures the underlying feelings and motivations of her characters. All of her works were written under her maiden name, Zona Gale.
Zona Gale, also known by her married name, Zona Gale Breese, was an American novelist, short story writer, and playwright. She became the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1921. The close relationship she had with her parents set the tone for her writing and her personal life. Her books based upon her home town were found to be charming and had an intimate sense of realism, in which she captures the underlying feelings and motivations of her characters. All of her works were written under her maiden name, Zona Gale.
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