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Lady Tan's Circle of Women : A Novel by Lisa See (2023, Hardcover)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherScribner
ISBN-101982117087
ISBN-139781982117085
eBay Product ID (ePID)20058371069
Product Key Features
Book TitleLady Tan's Circle of Women : a Novel
Number of Pages368 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicLiterary, Asian American, Historical
Publication Year2023
GenreFiction
AuthorLisa See
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height1.5 in
Item Weight18 Oz
Item Length9 in
Item Width6 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2022-513676
ReviewsPraise for Lisa See "See is one of those special writers capable of delivering both poetry and plot." -- New York Times Book Review Praise for Island of Sea Women "Vivid ... thoughtful and empathetic ... necessary." -- New York Times Book Review "Lisa See's mesmerizing new historical novel...celebrates women's strengths--and the strength of their friendships." -- O, The Oprah Magazine "Painstakingly researched...deft...a powerful and essential story of humanity." --The Los Angeles Review of Books "Compelling ... takes readers on a journey spanning generations -- in this case 1938 to 2008 -- as moments of cherished friendship, unspeakable tragedy and, in the end, a plot twist worthy of Raymond Chandler unfold." -- Associated Press, Engrossing...rich...packed with historical detail...Women's friendships in a world where they have little freedom shape a quietly moving book., Based on the writings of an historical Ming dynasty female physician, See's accomplished novel immerses readers in a fascinating life lived within a fascinating culture., Lady Tan's Circle of Women has everything you could want in a dramatic tale of female friendship.
Dewey Edition23/eng/20230519
Dewey Decimal813/.54
Synopsis* NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER!* From "one of those special writers capable of delivering both poetry and plot" ( The New York Times Book Review ) an immersive historical novel inspired by the true story of a woman physician in 15th-century China--perfect for fans of Lisa See's classics Snow Flower and the Secret Fan and The Tea Girl of Hummingbird Lane. According to Confucius, "an educated woman is a worthless woman," but Tan Yunxian--born into an elite family, yet haunted by death, separations, and loneliness--is being raised by her grandparents to be of use. Her grandmother is one of only a handful of female doctors in China, and she teaches Yunxian the pillars of Chinese medicine, the Four Examinations--looking, listening, touching, and asking--something a man can never do with a female patient. From a young age, Yunxian learns about women's illnesses, many of which relate to childbearing, alongside a young midwife-in-training, Meiling. The two girls find fast friendship and a mutual purpose--despite the prohibition that a doctor should never touch blood while a midwife comes in frequent contact with it--and they vow to be forever friends, sharing in each other's joys and struggles. No mud, no lotus , they tell themselves: from adversity beauty can bloom. But when Yunxian is sent into an arranged marriage, her mother-in-law forbids her from seeing Meiling and from helping the women and girls in the household. Yunxian is to act like a proper wife--embroider bound-foot slippers, recite poetry, give birth to sons, and stay forever within the walls of the family compound, the Garden of Fragrant Delights. How might a woman like Yunxian break free of these traditions and lead a life of such importance that many of her remedies are still used five centuries later? How might the power of friendship support or complicate these efforts? A captivating story of women helping each other, Lady Tan's Circle of Women is a triumphant reimagining of the life of one person who was remarkable in the Ming dynasty and would be considered remarkable today.
LC Classification NumberPS3569.E3334L33 2023
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- 31 Jul, 2025
Amazing book! Beautiful story, author wove together history and a personal story that truly made China's history come to life for me.
Love this book! Book arrived as described, very good conditionVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 28 Jun, 2023
Great author
I have read everything Lisa See has written and I’m never disappointed. This is one of her best!Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 20 Feb, 2024
Interesting historical fiction.
I am reading this for an Asian themed book club. This is our third choice of a Lisa See historical fiction novel. I found this to be an interesting look at the role of women in ancient China. Ms. See has a pleasing writing style.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 11 May, 2023
Interesting novel by excellent author.
Great addition to my collection!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 29 May, 2025
Loved this book. Love this author.
Excellent bookVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 19 Sep, 2024
Excellent!
Excellent, well written historical book. Could not put it down and am still thinking about it!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 13 Aug, 2023
Fascinating look at China in 15th century
Good read. Shocking traditions in China that I’d never really thought about.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 23 Jun, 2023
I read most of Lisa See novels and this one is great.
Nice novel on Chinese olden Customs.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 10 Jun, 2024
Didn't know it was a library book
Didn't know it was a library bookVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 02 Oct, 2024
Awesome
The story is great. Can’t put it down.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
