Prévisualiser ce livre
Tomorrow Will Be Better. Illustrated
Betty Smith
Disponibilité:
Ebook en format EPUB. Disponible pour téléchargement immédiat après la commande.
Ebook en format EPUB. Disponible pour téléchargement immédiat après la commande.
Éditeur:
Andrii Ponomarenko
Andrii Ponomarenko
Protection:
Format ouvert - aucune protection
Format ouvert - aucune protection
Année de parution:
2025
2025
ISBN-13:
9786178558468
Description:
Betty Smith’s Tomorrow Will Be Better (1948) is a poignant novel that delves into the struggles, aspirations, and quiet triumphs of working-class life in early 20th-century Brooklyn. Following her success with A Tree Grows in Brooklyn, Smith once again showcases her ability to capture the intricacies of everyday existence through the eyes of ordinary people, portraying a world of hardship and hope with unflinching realism and heartfelt compassion.
The novel centers on Margy Shannon, a spirited young woman yearning to escape the cycles of poverty and dysfunction that have shaped her family. Margy’s life unfolds in the shadow of her parents’ tumultuous marriage, her mother’s sharp tongue, and her father’s subdued demeanor. Despite these challenges, Margy clings to a fierce optimism, believing that the future holds better prospects for her. This unyielding hope drives much of her character and becomes the thematic backbone of the narrative.
Margy falls in love with Frankie Malone, a young man who shares her desire for a better life but struggles with his own limitations and insecurities. Their marriage is portrayed with nuance, illustrating the complexities of early marital life. As Margy and Frankie navigate financial difficulties, personal disappointments, and the often oppressive weight of societal expectations, the novel examines the fragility of dreams and the resilience required to sustain them. Through their journey, Smith explores themes of love, compromise, and the pursuit of happiness within the constraints of their circumstances.
The setting of Brooklyn serves as a vivid backdrop, almost functioning as a character in its own right. Smith’s rich descriptions of urban life, from the bustling streets to the cramped tenement apartments, immerse readers in the physical and emotional landscapes of Margy’s world. The neighborhood’s vibrant yet gritty environment reflects the characters’ struggles and dreams, creating an intimate connection between the individual and their community.
One of the novel’s most striking aspects is its unflinching portrayal of gender dynamics and societal pressures. Margy’s experiences highlight the limited opportunities available to women of her time and class, as well as the emotional labor often expected of them. Through Margy, Smith explores the tension between personal ambition and the traditional roles imposed on women, offering a subtle critique of the cultural norms of the era.
Though Tomorrow Will Be Better is less celebrated than A Tree Grows in Brooklyn, it shares the same empathetic narrative voice and focus on the resilience of ordinary people. Smith’s prose is simple yet deeply evocative, capturing both the beauty and pain of everyday life. Her characters are flawed but relatable, making their struggles and small victories resonate with readers.
At its core, Tomorrow Will Be Better is a story about hope—hope that transcends hardship, hope that fuels dreams, and hope that, even when challenged, remains a guiding force. Betty Smith’s ability to illuminate the extraordinary within the ordinary makes this novel a quietly powerful exploration of human resilience and the enduring belief that, no matter the obstacles, tomorrow holds the promise of something better.
The novel centers on Margy Shannon, a spirited young woman yearning to escape the cycles of poverty and dysfunction that have shaped her family. Margy’s life unfolds in the shadow of her parents’ tumultuous marriage, her mother’s sharp tongue, and her father’s subdued demeanor. Despite these challenges, Margy clings to a fierce optimism, believing that the future holds better prospects for her. This unyielding hope drives much of her character and becomes the thematic backbone of the narrative.
Margy falls in love with Frankie Malone, a young man who shares her desire for a better life but struggles with his own limitations and insecurities. Their marriage is portrayed with nuance, illustrating the complexities of early marital life. As Margy and Frankie navigate financial difficulties, personal disappointments, and the often oppressive weight of societal expectations, the novel examines the fragility of dreams and the resilience required to sustain them. Through their journey, Smith explores themes of love, compromise, and the pursuit of happiness within the constraints of their circumstances.
The setting of Brooklyn serves as a vivid backdrop, almost functioning as a character in its own right. Smith’s rich descriptions of urban life, from the bustling streets to the cramped tenement apartments, immerse readers in the physical and emotional landscapes of Margy’s world. The neighborhood’s vibrant yet gritty environment reflects the characters’ struggles and dreams, creating an intimate connection between the individual and their community.
One of the novel’s most striking aspects is its unflinching portrayal of gender dynamics and societal pressures. Margy’s experiences highlight the limited opportunities available to women of her time and class, as well as the emotional labor often expected of them. Through Margy, Smith explores the tension between personal ambition and the traditional roles imposed on women, offering a subtle critique of the cultural norms of the era.
Though Tomorrow Will Be Better is less celebrated than A Tree Grows in Brooklyn, it shares the same empathetic narrative voice and focus on the resilience of ordinary people. Smith’s prose is simple yet deeply evocative, capturing both the beauty and pain of everyday life. Her characters are flawed but relatable, making their struggles and small victories resonate with readers.
At its core, Tomorrow Will Be Better is a story about hope—hope that transcends hardship, hope that fuels dreams, and hope that, even when challenged, remains a guiding force. Betty Smith’s ability to illuminate the extraordinary within the ordinary makes this novel a quietly powerful exploration of human resilience and the enduring belief that, no matter the obstacles, tomorrow holds the promise of something better.
Aperçu du livre