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Amy chuas battle hymn of the tiger mother did more than speak to me. Battle hymn of the tiger mother chronicles chuas ironwilled decision to raise her daughters, sophia and lulu, her way the chinese way and the remarkable results her choice inspires. Battle hymn of the tiger mother by amy chua, paperback. Jan 11, 2011 battle hymn of the tiger mother ebook written by amy chua. Battle hymn of the tiger mother by amy chua, paperback barnes. Battle hymn of the tiger mother chronicles chuas ironwilled decision to raise her daughters, sophia and lulu, her waythe chinese wayand the remarkable results her choice inspires. In battle hymn of the tiger mother, yale law professor amy chua recounts her experience raising her two daughters the chinese way. Reading guide for battle hymn of the tiger mother by amy chua discussion guide for book clubs. A largely chineseamerican concept, the term draws parallels to strict parenting styles typically enforced throughout households in east asia, south asia and southeast asia. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Chua offers not only an insightful and often controversial take on parenting, but also a memoir of a very stern yet loving tiger mother. Thats the message in a new parenting book by yale law. Dec 27, 2011 battle hymn of the tiger mother chronicles chuas ironwilled decision to raise her daughters, sophia and lulu, the chinese way and the remarkable, sometimes heartbreaking results her choice inspires.
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This is a story about a mother, two daughters, and two dogs. Chuas initial purpose for writing is essentially to show that chinese mothers, have better parenting styles than western parents, which is what she believes cause the stereotype that all chinese people are smart and better succeed in many aspects of life. Battle hymn of the tiger mother by amy chua books on. It will leave you breathless with its bluntness and emotion. Revenge of the tiger mother when measured in terms of academic achievement, asian americans are a successful bunch. Supersummary, a modern alternative to sparknotes and cliffsnotes, offers highquality study guides that feature detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, quotes, and essay topics. We crave bonds and attachments, which is why we love clubs, teams, fraternities, family. Battle hymn of the tiger mother strict, uncompromising values and discipline are what makes children raised by chinese parents successful. Excerpt battle hymn of the tiger mother by amy chua the. Raising children the chinese way amy chua, a professor of law at yale, has written her first memoir about raising children the chinese way. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Chuas initial purpose for writing is essentially to show that chinese mothers, have better parenting styles than western parents, which is what she believes cause the stereotype that all chinese people are smart and better succeed in many aspects of life, such as academics. Here are some things amy chua would never allow her daughters to do.
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