Proud Heart

This is the story of a young woman, Susan Gaylord, an emerging and talented sculptor, who tries to find a balance between personal ambitions and societal expectations. Unlike many women living in America in the early 20th century, Susan does not wish to settle for the role of a housewife; she wants to build a career while also being a good wife and loving mother. Will the heroine be able to stand up for her right to be herself?

The novel "Proud Heart" features autobiographical motifs, and it is believed that the main character is largely an alter ego of Pearl Buck, through whom she expresses her own thoughts on women's rights.