Customer Reviews

The voice of a Chinese American woman - By: Rhythmgirl, 08 Aug 2007
This book is about the growth of a Chinese girlin America, whose development from girlhood to womanhood is shaped by the stories & voices of her female forebears -- her mother, aunts, & historical & legendary Chinese figures such as Fa Mu Lan & Ts'ai Yen (anyone who's familiar with the original Fa Mu Lan story might find Kingston's version confusing though). The book is no ordinary autobiography as Kingston imaginatively mixes autobiographical details with fictional & imaginative elements to portray her unique experience of growing up as a Chinese American girl/woman. The writer's intention to articulate a voice amid a double-marginalised situation (both racially & sexually) is evident & the book is an essential read for anyone interestedin Chinese American literature.

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A masterpiece - By: , 30 Jan 2001
A wonder to behold. This book mixes the autobiographical genre with myth & fantasy, everyday language with elegant prose, humor & tragedy. And perhaps the most amazing thing about it is that for all its assessable literary qualities, The Woman Warrior is a poignant personal story that will touch most readers & stay with them for a long time.