Books matching: moso tribe culture
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Save:A fascinating, eye-opening memoir about finding one’s place between tradition and modernity - recommended for anyone curious about hidden worlds, family ties, or untold histories.
Leaving Mother Lake is a memoir that delves into the life of Yang Erche Namu, a woman who grew up in a unique matriarchal society of the Mosuo tribe in southwestern China. The book paints a fascinating picture of the isolated culture where women hold power, men live with their mothers, and children are raised by uncles. Yang's story unfolds as she navigates the traditional customs and rituals of her society, eventually finding her voice as a musician and model. The narrative reads like fiction, offering a humble tone that showcases Yang's struggles and triumphs in a world that is fast disappearing.
My mother doesn’t remember when I was born. She does not remember the year or the month or the day. All she knows, she tells me, is that I cried too much. “From the moment you were born, you were trou...2003•316 pages
