46 pages 1 hour read

Amy Chua

Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2011

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Reviews & Readership

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Amy Chua's Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother provokes strong reactions. Positive reviews praise its candid and provocative exploration of rigorous parenting. Critics, however, highlight the book's controversial tone and question the broader applicability of Chua's methods. While engaging and thought-provoking, it may polarize readers' opinions.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother?

Readers who appreciate Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother by Amy Chua are typically interested in parenting styles, cultural differences, and memoirs. Fans of The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls or Bringing Up Bébé by Pamela Druckerman will find Chua's insights and personal narrative compelling, particularly those curious about how family dynamics shape success and identity.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Topics
Parenting
Education
Themes
Relationships: Family
Life/Time: Childhood & Youth
Society: Education
Genre
Asian Literature
Allegory / Fable / Parable
Education