The Bonesetter's Daughter SparkNotes Literature Guide

by SparkNotes

Overview

Simplify studying with this portable literature guide, filled with resources to help you thrive in English class!
The Bonesetter’s Daughter, written by Amy Tan, depicts the fraught relationship between a Chinese immigrant and her American-born daughter. This literature guide includes a complete plot summary and analysis; key themes, motifs, and symbols; explanation of important quotes; suggested essay topics; and a review quiz. 

• Complete Plot Summary and Analysis
• Key Facts About the Work
• Analysis of Major Characters
• Themes, Motifs, and Symbols
• Explanation of Important Quotations
• Author’s Historical Context
• Suggested Essay Topics
• 25-Question Review Quiz

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781411480285
Publisher:	Union Square & Co.
Publication date:	10/06/2020
Series:	SparkNotes Literature Guide Series
Pages:	96
Product dimensions:	5.20(w) x 8.10(h) x 0.40(d)
Age Range:	14 - 18 Years

Table of Contents

Context 1

Plot Overview 3

Character List 6

Analysis of Major Characters 10

Ruth Young 10

Luling Young 11

Precious Auntie 11

Themes, Motils & Symbols 13

Mother-Daughter Relationships 13

Resilience 13

Secrecy 14

Bones 14

Ghosts 15

Suicide 15

The Pearl Necklace 16

Precious Auntie's Scars 16

The Oracle Bone 17

Summary & Analysis 18

Truth & Part One: Chapter One 18

Part 1 Chapters Two & Three 21

Part 1 Chapters Four-Six 25

Part 1 Chapter Seven & Part Two: Heart 30

Part 2 Change, Ghost & Destiny 35

Part 2 Effortless, Character & Fragrance 40

Part 3 Chapters One-Three & Epilogue 45

Important Quotations explained 51

Key Facts 56

Study Questions 59

How to Write Literary Analysis 62

The Literary Essay: A Step-By-Step Guide 62

Suggested Essay Topics 74

Glossary of Literary Terms 75

A Note on Plagiarism 77

Review & Resources 78

Quiz 78

Suggestions For Further Reading 83