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In the beginning of her book chua describes her daughters sophia and lulus personalities. What battle hymn of the tiger mother reveals is that the chinese just have a totally different idea of how to do that. Battle hymn of the tiger mother author amy chua talks back wsj. Jan, 2011 battle hymn of the tiger mother strict, uncompromising values and discipline are what makes children raised by chinese parents successful. If you havent already read chuas novel, i warn you that spoilers are ahead. Last updated on october 26, 2018, by enotes editorial. Battle hymn of the tiger mother by amy chua audiobook audible.
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