Anywhere Quote by Lisa See
“Nu shu means women's writing. And it was a secret writing system that was invented by women, used by women and kept a secret by women in one very remote county in China for a thousand years. It's the only language that was invented and used by women to have been found anywhere in the world.”
About This Quote
Source Book: Snow Flower and the Secret Fan by Lisa See, 2005
Nu shu was a secret writing system created and used exclusively by women in a remote Chinese county for a millennium, highlighting female agency in language creation.
In simple terms: Women created a hidden script for themselves.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and value women's hidden histories.
Themes
gender
culture
language
history
secrecy
Mood
curious
reflective
Type
historical
educational
When to use this quote
- archaeology research
- women's studies curricula
- museum exhibits
- literary analysis
Key Concepts
matriarchal communication
linguistic innovation
cultural preservation
Questions to Reflect On
- How does uncovering hidden histories change our view of the past?
- What other women's contributions remain unseen?
A Different Perspective
Limited documentation makes full understanding difficult.
