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Maxine Hong Kingston is an influential American author known for her pioneering work in the genre of creative non-fiction. Born on October 27, 1940, she has made significant contributions to American literature with her distinctive narrative style and exploration of cultural identity. Her most notable works include 'The Woman Warrior' and 'China Men', which have been pivotal in shaping the narrative of Asian American identity.

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“When we Chinese girls listened to the adults talk-story, we learned that we failed if we grew up to be but wives or slaves. We could be heroines, swordswomen. Even if she had to rage across all China, a swordswoman got even with anybody who hurt her family. Perhaps women were once so dangerous that they had to have their feet bound.”

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Book:The Woman Warrior: Memoirs of a Girlhood Among Ghosts

Source: The Woman Warrior: Memoirs of a Girlhood Among Ghosts

“Gods you avoid won't hurt you.”

Book:The Woman Warrior: China Men

Source: The Woman Warrior: China Men

“People who can comfort the dead can also chase after them to hurt them further-a reverse ancestor worship.”

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Book:The Woman Warrior: Picador Classic

Source: The Woman Warrior: Picador Classic

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Born: October 27, 1940
Known for: Author
Quotes: 64

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The Woman Warrior: Memoirs of a Girlhood Among GhostsRelated source material

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The Fifth Book of PeaceRelated source material

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