How does the book end?


It sounds like the book has a less hopeful ending than the movie does. I haven't read the book and don't really plan to because I don't like reading books when I've seen the movie. I know, I know, books are almost always better, but I'm bored if I already know the major plot points. That's why I always try to read the book first.

Anyway, can anyone fill me in on the different ending in the book?

Oh, and this should go without saying, but people are so sensitive these days. This thread will probably have some SPOILERS in it, so watch yourself.

Thanks!

reply

Well, I found my own answers in this thread:

http://www.imdb.com/title/tt0059573/board/thread/11669493

If anyone has anything else to add...

reply

Seems rather a lot like a reworking of the old Lillian Gish silent, Broken Blossoms. The girl even looks like Lillian.

reply