Falling Leaves
Adeline Yen Mah
What’s inside
Falling Leaves is a true story of Adeline Yen Mah’s struggle for acceptance within her wealthy, yet cruel Chinese family. It details her life from childhood through adulthood, highlighting her resilience.
You’ll Learn
- Gaining insights into overcoming familial challenges
- Understanding resilience in the face of adversity
- Learning about historical and cultural contexts of China
- Inspiration from personal growth and survival stories
Key Points
- Childhood under a cruel stepmother
- Struggles with family betrayal and inheritance issues
- Pursuit of academic excellence to gain approval
- Personal triumphs despite family adversity
- Cultural reflections between East and West
- Reconciliation with past traumas
Who’s it For
- Readers interested in memoirs
- People curious about Chinese culture
- Individuals seeking inspiration from personal stories
- Fans of family drama narratives
About author
Adeline Yen Mah is a Chinese-American author known for her memoirs depicting her turbulent childhood and survival in an affluent yet harsh family environment.