Big Brother is a novel by Elizabeth Madox Roberts, published in 1929. It tells the story of a young girl, Mary, who is sent to live with her uncle and aunt in rural Kentucky after her mother dies. Mary is a dreamer and a romantic, and she finds solace in the beauty of the countryside and in the stories her uncle tells her. She also finds comfort in the friendship of her cousin, Big Brother, who is a few years older than her. Big Brother is a kind and gentle soul, and he takes Mary under his wing, protecting her from the harsh realities of life. But when Mary's aunt and uncle decide to move away, Mary is left alone with Big Brother, and the two must find a way to make a life for themselves. As they struggle to survive, Mary discovers the strength of her own spirit and the power of love.
By Elizabeth Madox Roberts · First published 1922 · Genre: Southern Gothic, Realism, Historical Fiction