'The Mango Tree' is a memoir about growing up mixed-race Filipina in south Florida
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Exploring Family Dynamics and the Significance of a Mango Tree in the Author's Memoir
The author explores their reasons for writing a memoir about their deceased father and the concerns they have about how their family will react. Through reflections on their mother's anger, the aftermath of their father's death, and the symbolism of a mango tree, the author uncovers insightful family dynamics and memories.
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