Woodland in Lynchburg, Virginia — The American South (Mid-Atlantic)
Pearl S. Buck
Photographed By Bernard Fisher, April 12, 2012
1. Pearl S. Buck Marker
Internationally known author and humanitarian Pearl Sydenstricker Buck (1892-1973) graduated in 1914 from Randolph-Macon Women’s College, where she wrote for the college’s literary magazine. She was the author of more than 70 books, many of which were best sellers. In 1932, Buck received the Pulitzer Prize for the widely read novel The Good Earth. In 1938 she became the first United States woman to receive the Nobel Prize for literature. At the time of Buck’s death, she was one of the most widely translated United States writers. In 1941, Buck was a founder of the East and West Association, dedicated to cultural exchange between the United States and Asia.Erected 2004 by Department of Historic Resources. (Marker Number Q-6-22.)
Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music • Women. In addition, it is included in the Virginia Department of Historic Resources series list. A significant historical year for this entry is 1914.
Location. 37° 26.118′ N, 79° 10.321′ W. Marker is in Lynchburg
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Randolph-Macon Woman's College (about 600 feet away, measured in a direct line); Helen McGehee (approx. ¼ mile away); Sallie Blount Mahood (1864-1953) (approx. ¼ mile away); Safe Haven in Lynchburg: Project Y (approx. ¼ mile away); Miller-Claytor House (approx. half a mile away); Fink Deck Truss (approx. half a mile away); Troubled to Healing Waters (approx. half a mile away); The Long View (approx. half a mile away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Lynchburg.
Photographed By Bernard Fisher, April 12, 2012
2. Rivermont Ave (facing east)
Credits. This page was last revised on February 1, 2023. It was originally submitted on April 14, 2012, by Bernard Fisher of Richmond, Virginia. This page has been viewed 802 times since then and 57 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on April 14, 2012, by Bernard Fisher of Richmond, Virginia.
