Adeline Yen Mah - Falling Leaves: The True Story of an Unwanted Chinese DaughterRelease Date: February 18, 1998 | ||||
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Adeline Yen Mah - Falling Leaves: The True Story of an Unwanted Chinese Daughter - The Chinese aphorism "falling leaves return to their roots" captures the essence of the psychological journey Adeline Yen Mah undertook when she decided to confront, and recount, her life story. Adeline's years of mental and physical abuse began when her mother died shortly after giving birth to her, leaving Adeline to suffer under a cold and manipulative stepmother whose sadistic acts were never questioned by her husband. Adeline's only refuge was her beloved Aunt Baba, a remarkable woman who rebelled against traditional Chinese custom, founded the Shanghai Women's bank, and lavished encouragement and affection on her niece. Eventually Adeline traveled to London to study medicine, then made a new life for herself in the United States. But her horrific childhood continued to haunt her, until at last she was able to examine and accept her roots. With a powerful voice that illuminates the complexities of Chinese society and family relationships throughout all cultures, Falling Leaves is a work of startling, h
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