Summary - Snow Flower And The Secret Fan: Based On The Book By Lisa See

SUMMARY

SNOW FLOWER AND THE SECRET FAN

BASED ON THE BOOK BY LISA SEE

SUMMARY WRITTEN BY: BRIEF BOOKS PUBLISHING

CONTENT

Daughter Days and the Significance of Nu Shu

Footbinding and the Laotong Contract

Temple of Gupo and the Sworn Sisterhood

Growing Up and Elder Sister’s Wedding

Intimacy and Tragedy

Marriage and Separation

Life in New Homes and the Growing Divide

Rebellion and Loss

Betrayal and Reconciliation

General Analysis

ABOUT THE ORIGINAL BOOK

"Snow Flower and the Secret Fan" by Lisa See tells the story of Lily and Snow Flower, two women in 19th-century China who form a laotong (a lifelong bond). Their relationship unfolds against a backdrop of footbinding, arranged marriages, and limited opportunities for women.

The novel explores their deep emotional connection, expressed through nu shu, a secret women's writing. As they navigate the challenges of marriage, motherhood, and societal expectations, their bond is tested by betrayal and misunderstandings. The story examines themes of friendship, love, and the constraints placed on women in a patriarchal society, highlighting their struggles for connection and self-expression.

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Release date

Audiobook: 19 February 2025