The Woman Warrior
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- 1K+
- First published
- 1976
- Pages
- 203
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The Woman Warrior download the free PDF book from here. Maxine Hong Kingston’s memoir, “The Woman Warrior,” published in 1976, weaves personal memoir with Chinese folklore to narrate the tales of five women who have significantly influenced her life.
These women include her deceased aunt, known as “No-Name Woman”; a legendary female warrior, Fa Mu Lan; her mother, Brave Orchid; her aunt, Moon Orchid; and Kingston herself. The chapters artfully blend Kingston’s personal experiences with talk-stories, oral narratives that incorporate Chinese history, myths, and beliefs. The book delves into themes of identity, culture, and the societal role of women.
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Book facts
- Author
- Maxine Hong Kingston
- First published
- 1976
- Reading time
- About 5 hours
- Pages
- 203
- Language
- English
- Genre
- Memoir
- Formats
- PDF, EPUB, MOBI, Read online