55 pages • 1 hour read
Cherríe MoragaThe Hungry Woman
Fiction | Play | Adult | Published in 2001A 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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Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
The Hungry Woman by Cherríe Moraga explores compelling themes of identity, dislocation, and cultural struggle through a unique Chicana feminist lens. Critics praise its powerful narrative and evocative language, though some mention the complex structure can be challenging. Overall, it’s lauded for its bold exploration of marginalized voices.
Who Should Read The Hungry Woman?
Readers who immerse themselves in works like Borderlands/La Frontera by Gloria Anzaldúa or The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros will find The Hungry Woman by Cherríe Moraga compelling. Fans of feminist narratives exploring Chicana identity, queer themes, and poignant social issues will be deeply engaged.
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