"Mildred Pierce" is a novel written by James M. Cain in 1941, which was later adapted into a successful film in 1945 and a miniseries in 2011. The story follows Mildred Pierce, a determined single mother during the Great Depression, who works hard to provide for her two daughters. As she builds a successful restaurant business, she faces challenges in her personal life, particularly with her ambitious daughter, Veda. The narrative explores themes of sacrifice, ambition, and the complexities of mother-daughter relationships. Mildred's journey highlights the struggles of women in a male-dominated society and the lengths a mother will go to achieve her dreams and secure a better future for her children.