Message from ssuntwanuparp
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AnonymousI'm the actual teacher that Ms. Roston referred to. I've used this novel for the past 7 years and it is a wonderful tool.
This novel takes pace during the early 1910-1930s and refers to several historical events that took place in China. The narrator is a woman who reflects on her life and the choices that lead her away from a traditional role as an upper class Chinese woman.
Her refusal to have her feet bound alters the whole course of her life.
The novel is a great jumping off point to teach about China. It also goes into the various types of Chinese languages, philosophies, gender roles and class roles.
On a side note, I hope to replace my books. They are pretty much falling apart or fallen apart.
Feel Free to contact me.
The novel is Ties That Bind, Ties That Break by Lensey Namioka