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The cycle of poverty and struggle from "summary" of The Rice Mother by Rani Manicka
In the world of 'The Rice Mother', poverty and struggle are not merely external circumstances, but an intricate web that entangles generation after generation in a relentless cycle. It is a cycle that begins with lack - lack of opportunity, lack of resources, lack of education - and perpetuates itself through the years, as each new member of the family is born into the same stifling conditions as their predecessors. The cycle of poverty and struggle is not just about financial deprivation, but about the erosion of hope and aspiration. As the characters in the novel grapple with the challenges of their daily lives, they find themselves trapped in a cycle where the odds are stacked against them. The weight of history bears down upon them, shaping their choices and limiting their possibilities. This cycle is insidious, for it seeps into every aspect of their existence, from their relationships to their sense of self-worth. The characters in 'The Rice Mother' struggle not just to make ends meet, but to break free from the patt...
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