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- This book is in a good condition.
- The cover is slightly damaged.
“Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother” is a memoir written by Amy Chua, published in 2011. In the book, Chua reflects on her experiences as a mother raising her two daughters, Sophia and Lulu, using a strict, traditional Chinese parenting style. The term “Tiger Mother” refers to the stereotype of demanding, strict, and highly disciplined Asian parents.
Chua describes her unyielding approach to parenting, which emphasizes academic excellence, obedience, and achievement. She details her efforts to push her daughters to excel in academics and extracurricular activities, such as music, and her strict enforcement of rules and discipline. Chua contrasts her parenting style with what she sees as the overly permissive Western approach, arguing that her methods produce successful, high-achieving children.
The book sparked widespread controversy and debate, with critics arguing that Chua’s parenting methods were overly harsh and potentially harmful to her children’s emotional well-being. Some readers praised Chua’s emphasis on discipline and hard work, while others criticized her for being too rigid and controlling.
“Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother” became a bestseller and ignited discussions about cultural differences in parenting styles, the pressure to succeed, and the balance between academic achievement and personal happiness. Chua’s memoir continues to be a polarizing and thought-provoking exploration of parenting and cultural expectations.
