31 pages • 1 hour read
Jonathan SpenceThe Death of Woman Wang
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1978A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
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The Death of Woman Wang by Jonathan Spence is lauded for its meticulous historical detail and vivid portrayal of 17th-century rural China. Readers appreciate the narrative's integration of historical records and literary elements. However, some critique the fragmented story structure, which can cause confusion. Overall, it offers an insightful yet occasionally disjointed exploration of the period.
Who Should Read The Death of Woman Wang?
Readers who appreciate meticulously researched historical narratives and cultural insights will enjoy Jonathan Spence's The Death of Woman Wang. Similar to fans of Peter Hessler's Oracle Bones or Barbara Tuchman's A Distant Mirror, they revel in detailed descriptions of past societies, particularly Late Imperial China.
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