Today, we delve into the enduring relevance of the themes explored by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Edna Ferber—issues like racism, sexism, greed, and anti-Semitism that continue to resonate in America more than 70 years later. Ferber’s remarkable body of work includes twelve novels, notably one that earned her a Pulitzer Prize for Fiction. Many of her stories found new life on the big screen, with ten adaptations and eight plays, some of which graced Broadway stages. In addition, she produced eleven collections of short stories and penned two memoirs. In a fascinating new book, her great-niece, Julie Gilbert, offers a rare insight into Ferber’s life and work. Drawing from an extensive collection of personal letters, interviews, and journals, Gilbert has crafted GIANT LOVE, which provides ...