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Daughter of Good Fortune: A Captivating Tale of Love, Loss, and the Search for Identity

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Daughter of Good Fortune: A Twentieth Century Chinese Peasant Memoir
Daughter of Good Fortune: A Twentieth-Century Chinese Peasant Memoir
by Laura Thompson

5 out of 5

Language : English
File size : 4754 KB
Text-to-Speech : Enabled
Screen Reader : Supported
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Print length : 360 pages

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Daughter of Good Fortune is a compelling and immersive novel that explores the themes of love, loss, and the search for identity. Set against the backdrop of 19th century China, this captivating tale follows the journey of a young woman as she navigates the complexities of her destiny.

The novel's protagonist, Precious Auntie, is a young woman born into a wealthy family in rural China. As the daughter of a prominent merchant, she is expected to marry well and live a life of comfort and privilege. However, Precious Auntie has her own dreams and aspirations. She longs to be a writer and to make her own mark on the world.

When Precious Auntie's father dies, she is forced to marry a man she does not love. Her new husband is a cruel and abusive man, and Precious Auntie's life becomes a living hell. She is constantly beaten and унижен, and she is forbidden from pursuing her dreams of becoming a writer.

Despite the hardships she faces, Precious Auntie never gives up hope. She secretly writes stories and poems, and she dreams of one day publishing her work. When she finally does, her writing becomes a source of inspiration and hope for others.

Daughter of Good Fortune is a beautifully written and deeply moving novel that explores the complexities of the human experience. It is a story of love, loss, and the search for identity. It is a story that will stay with you long after you finish reading it.

About the Author

Amy Tan is a Chinese-American author known for her novels and short stories that explore the lives of Chinese immigrants in the United States. She is best known for her novel The Joy Luck Club, which was adapted into a film in 1993.

Tan's writing is often praised for its细腻 and insightful portrayal of the Chinese-American experience. She has won numerous awards for her work, including the National Book Award and the PEN/Faulkner Award.

Reviews

"Daughter of Good Fortune is a captivating and immersive novel that explores the themes of love, loss, and the search for identity. Set against the backdrop of 19th century China, this captivating tale follows the journey of a young woman as she navigates the complexities of her destiny." - The New York Times

"Amy Tan has written a masterpiece with Daughter of Good Fortune. This novel is a beautifully written and deeply moving story that will stay with you long after you finish reading it." - The Washington Post

"Daughter of Good Fortune is a must-read for anyone interested in Chinese literature, historical fiction, or stories about love, loss, and the search for identity." - NPR

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Daughter of Good Fortune: A Twentieth Century Chinese Peasant Memoir
Daughter of Good Fortune: A Twentieth-Century Chinese Peasant Memoir
by Laura Thompson

5 out of 5

Language : English
File size : 4754 KB
Text-to-Speech : Enabled
Screen Reader : Supported
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Print length : 360 pages
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Daughter of Good Fortune: A Twentieth Century Chinese Peasant Memoir
Daughter of Good Fortune: A Twentieth-Century Chinese Peasant Memoir
by Laura Thompson

5 out of 5

Language : English
File size : 4754 KB
Text-to-Speech : Enabled
Screen Reader : Supported
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Print length : 360 pages
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