Presents the life and career of Amy Tan, the child of immigrant parents from China, who became a successful novelist using the stories of her mother's past life in China.
Presents a collection of short nonfiction writings by novelist Amy Tan, including university talks, eulogies, E-mails, and poems, all united by Tan's musings on the role of luck in her life.
Presents a collection of short nonfiction writings by novelist Amy Tan, including university talks, eulogies, E-mails, and poems, all united by Tan's musings on the role of luck in her life.
Chronicles the personal life of Chinese American author Amy Tan, and discusses what experiences influenced her most popular works. Features photographs, a chronology, and further information.
Examines the life and writings of twentieth-century novelist Amy Tan and provides an analysis of historical and fictional events, characters, dates, and themes, as well as a list of writing and research topics.
"An introduction to Amy Tan's The Joy Luck Club for high school students, which includes relevant biographical background on the author, explanations of various literary devices and techniques, and literary criticism for the novice reader"--Provided by publisher.
Presents a critical introduction to the work of the Chinese-American author, discussing her five novels, her short stories, her characters, language, and major themes.
