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Mrs. Spring Fragrance and Other Writings

Sui Sin Far
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Mrs. Spring Fragrance and Other Writings

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1995

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Sui Sin Far

Mrs. Spring Fragrance and Other Writings

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1995
Book Details
Pages

312

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Setting

United States • Early 1900s

Publication Year

1995

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14+ years

Reviews & Readership

3.9

225 ratings

59%

Loved it

32%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Mrs. Spring Fragrance and Other Writings by Sui Sin Far is praised for its nuanced portrayal of Chinese-American experiences in the early 20th century. Readers appreciate its cultural insights and emotional depth, though some find the writing style dated. The collection is celebrated for its pioneering role in Asian American literature, offering valuable historical perspectives.

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Who Should Read Mrs. Spring Fragrance and Other Writings?

Readers who appreciate multicultural narratives and early 20th-century literature will enjoy Mrs. Spring Fragrance and Other Writings by Sui Sin Far. Fans of Amy Tan's The Joy Luck Club or Jhumpa Lahiri's Interpreter of Maladies will find the exploration of Chinese immigrant experiences compelling.

3.9

225 ratings

59%

Loved it

32%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

312

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Setting

United States • Early 1900s

Publication Year

1995

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

14+ years

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