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Pavilion for Women
On her fortieth birthday, Madame Wu, a member of one of the oldest and most revered houses in China, carries out a decision she has been planning for a long time. She informs her husband that after twenty-four years, their physical life together is now over, and she wishes him to take a second wife. This decision throws the House of Wu into an uproar, but Madame Wu remains steadfast, arranging for a young country girl to come and take her place in bed. Elegant and detached, Madame Wu orchestrates this change as she manages the extended household of more than sixty relatives and servants.
Alone in her own quarters, Madame Wu relishes her newfound freedom and reads books she has never been allowed to touch. When her son begins English lessons, she listens intently, and soon finds herself learning from the foreigner, a free-thinking priest named Brother Andre, who will ultimately change the course of her life.
The narrative raises a multitude of thought-provoking questions about the nature and roles of men and women, as well as the concepts of self-discipline and happiness. Madame Wu's decision to relinquish her role as the primary wife in her household, and the subsequent upheaval it causes, serves as a catalyst for a deeper exploration of these themes.
Through Madame Wu's journey, the reader is invited to consider the complexities of traditional Chinese societal norms and the challenges faced by women navigating the expectations placed upon them. The introduction of Brother Andre and his liberal views further complicates the narrative, as Madame Wu's interactions with him challenge her long-held beliefs and open her mind to new perspectives.
The story's ability to raise such profound questions, while maintaining a captivating and well-crafted narrative, is a testament to the author's skill. The reader is left to ponder the nuances of gender roles, personal autonomy, and the pursuit of fulfillment, long after the final page has been turned.
product information:
| Attribute | Value | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| publisher | Moyer Bell and its subsidiaries; First Edition (May 1, 1995) | ||||
| language | English | ||||
| paperback | 316 pages | ||||
| isbn_10 | 155921287X | ||||
| isbn_13 | 978-1559212878 | ||||
| item_weight | 14.7 ounces | ||||
| dimensions | 5.5 x 0.75 x 8.25 inches | ||||
| best_sellers_rank | #1,006,973 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #2,137 in Classic American Literature #24,060 in Classic Literature & Fiction #47,589 in Literary Fiction (Books) | ||||
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