Essays Tagged: "Suyuan"

A Mother/Daughter Conflict in Amy Tan's "Two Kinds" and "Best Quality".

tressful relationship between a defiant daughter and an overbearing mother. June Mei and her mother Suyuan engage in a destructive battle between what is possible and what is realistic. June, although ... ssible and what is realistic. June, although headstrong, seeks her mother's approval and adoration. Suyuan, although patronizing, yearns for her daughter's obedience and best qualities. The relationsh ...

(8 pages) 147 1 3.0 Aug/2005

Subjects: Literature Research Papers > North American

A Letter to Amy Tan - "Joy Luck Club"

Jing-mei and her mother's conflict mirrored my relationship with my mother.Like Jing-mei's mother, Suyuan, my mother often wonders if she sacrificed my Chinese heritage by giving me the opportunities ... midst of this holiday, I want to thank you Mrs. Tan, for your insights. Your story of Jing-mei and Suyuan gave me hope that my mother and I too can come together despite our differences. Above all, t ...

(2 pages) 16 0 4.3 Oct/2006

Subjects: Literature Research Papers > North American > Authors