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The Joy Luck Club

Book • 1989
The Joy Luck Club explores the intricate bonds between mothers and daughters across cultural and generational divides.

The story follows four Chinese immigrant families in San Francisco, focusing on their struggles to maintain cultural heritage while adapting to American life.

Through sixteen interwoven narratives, Amy Tan delves into themes of identity, tradition, and the power of maternal love.

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Angela Duckworth
in the context of discussing Amy Tan's literary achievements and her initial low SAT scores in English.
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Aimee Phan
as one of the books that inspired her to read and understand the importance of storytelling.
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as a book iconic for the 1990s.
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Rosalind Chao
as the writer, along with Amy Tan, of the screenplay.
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Jay Caspian Kang
as an influential Asian American writer during his upbringing.
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