Rite of Fancy

A short summary of the book Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother: American parenting done Chinese-style strict. My favorite Amy Chua quote from the book: "Everything I’ve ever done that’s valuable is something I was afraid to try." Questions I pondered while reading Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother: Do we demand too much or too little from our children? Is it possible to enjoy what I can't do well? My review of Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother: Controversy-free books are boring. Do we really have any right to judge the parenting styles of another parent? I'm sure  I was NOT the parent of the year so there are no stones being thrown here. **************************************** a.d. elliott is a wanderer, writer, and photographer currently living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to the travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everyda...

A short summary of the book Prince of Tides: What Tom learned about himself during his sister's breakdown. My favorite Pat Conroy quote from the book: "Violence sends deep roots into the heart, it has no seasons, it is always ripe, evergreen."  Questions I pondered while reading Prince of Tides: Is creativity the cause of or the result of mental illness? Is it possible to completely recover from a tragedy? My thoughts Prince of Tides: Dysfunction makes good stories, not happy ones. Family secrets should be shared with one another. Your past can haunt you forever. **************************************** a.d. elliott is a wanderer, writer, and photographer currently living in Salem, Virginia.  In addition to the travel writings at  www.takethebackroads.com , you can also read her book reviews at  www.riteoffancy.com  and US military biographies at  www.everydaypatriot.com Her online photography gallery can be found at  sh...