‘Two Kinds’ by Amy Tan is told from the first-person point of view. The narrator, Jing-mei (June) Woo, shares her personal experiences and reflections on her relationship with her mother and her struggle with identity.
This perspective allows readers to connect deeply with Jing-mei’s emotions and inner conflicts. Through her eyes, we experience the pressures of her mother’s expectations and the broader themes of cultural identity and familial relationships. The use of first-person narration provides an intimate glimpse into Jing-mei’s thoughts, making her journey relatable and poignant.