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The burden of tradition from "summary" of The Rice Mother by Rani Manicka
The weight of centuries of customs and expectations bore down heavily on Lakshmi and the women of her family. They were bound by the rigid rules of tradition that dictated every aspect of their lives, from the way they dressed to the roles they played in society. Lakshmi's mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother had all lived under the shadow of these age-old norms, passing them on like a heavy inheritance to the next generation. For Lakshmi, breaking free from these chains was a daunting task. She found herself torn between the desire to honor her ancestors and the yearning to forge her own path. The burden of tradition seemed to pull her in different directions, threatening to smother her individuality and dreams. Yet, the weight of history was not easily shrugged off, as the expectations of her family and community loomed large over her every decision. The pressure to conform to societal norms was especially intense for women like Lakshmi, who were expected to sacrifice their own desires for the greater good of the family. The burden of tradition dictated that they be obedient daughters, devoted wiv...
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