Joy Luck Club - Good Earth

In the two works, The Good Earth and The Joy Luck Club, the authors explored the different elements of Chinese society of the time. By giving examples from the two books, one would be able to see the differences and similarities in Wang Lung's generation and the mothers from Joy Luck's generations. The differences and similarities would be best shown by tracing through the aspects of the concepts of filial piety, the role of women, …

…t change through the generations and yet others went through transformations to fit the times. The traditions such as Filial Piety and the Role of Women seemed to decline and become less implemented in society as the years went on. While on the other hand, some customs remained present through many generations. All can be traced however, by using the two works on Chinese culture and traditions, The Good Earth and The Joy Luck Club.