Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother

I myself being a parent, think that she is just trying to be traditional , like my parents were, the same except whit a little adjustment .She in the book talk describes that her daughter where high achiever's when it came to academics and music something that you don't see in a everyday kid. Not to spoil it for the people who didn't read the book , but it basically tell you five principle that she follow work ethic, discipline , family, perfection. I give this book 7.5.

It was an interesting read. I do agree with her that parents should provide structure and discipline to children. Spending time on facebook for 10 hours is more interesting but a total waste of time. I think it's great to enroll children in piano and violin lessons to develop discipline and responsibility. I cannot agree, however, with her her verbal abuse and striving to be number one and not two or three in anything. For her it's no longer emphasizing on learning and doing one's best; it's about being NUMBER ONE and winning a power struggle with her daughters. By the way I am Asian.

A humorous look at Western parenting styles versus American-Chinese parenting styles that illustrates that parenting is a frustrating job no matter where the children live and what their cultural heritages are. Amy Chua adds her own unique brand of commentary to the mix of views on parenting. Asian parents are by far the most accomplished citizens/residents of the USA. They have a difficult challenge in keeping their children on the path to accomplishment while exposing them to cultural advantages of living in the USA.