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Chinese Cinderella: The Secret Story of an Unwanted Daughter

Yen Mah

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Chinese Cinderella: The Secret Story of an Unwanted Daughter

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Triumph of spirit in a fractured fairy tale.

"Chinese Cinderella" is more than just a memoir; it's an intimate journey through adversity with a young girl whose resilience shines. As she maneuvers through a life of neglect and cruelty, her solace in literature becomes a powerful motif that evokes both heartache and inspiration. Anyone seeking a narrative to fuel their belief in the unyielding strength of the human spirit should delve into this book. It's a testament to perseverance and the transformative power of education.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

Chinese Cinderella: The Secret Story of an Unwanted Daughter

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ISBN: 9780582848887
Author: Yen Mah
Publisher: Pearson Education
Date of Publication: 1995-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Biographies & Memoirs, History
Goodreads rating: 4.07
(rated by 38229 readers)

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When Adeline Yen Mah’s mother dies giving birth to her, the family rejects Adeline. In this vivid autobiography, the author describes her life, struggles, and how she comes to be accepted by her family at the time of the Cultural Revolution in China.
 

Triumph of spirit in a fractured fairy tale.

"Chinese Cinderella" is more than just a memoir; it's an intimate journey through adversity with a young girl whose resilience shines. As she maneuvers through a life of neglect and cruelty, her solace in literature becomes a powerful motif that evokes both heartache and inspiration. Anyone seeking a narrative to fuel their belief in the unyielding strength of the human spirit should delve into this book. It's a testament to perseverance and the transformative power of education.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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