The book "Aung San Suu Kyi" by Wendy Law-Yone offers a comprehensive analysis of the life and political career of one of the world's most fascinating and controversial figures. Aung San Suu Kyi, the Nobel Peace Prize laureate and advocate for democracy in Myanmar, has had a remarkable journey marked by both glory and setbacks. After her triumphant electoral victory and re-election as the civilian head of state, she was once again imprisoned following the military coup in February 2021. This biography not only highlights her political struggles but also her role as a mother and a symbol of national identity in Myanmar. The author portrays Suu Kyi's transformation from the daughter of a national hero to the matriarchal figure of a suffering nation, situating her within the context of Burmese Buddhist notions of nation and identity. The book thus provides a deep insight into the complex relationship between Aung San Suu Kyi and her homeland, which is marked by political turbulence.