50 a good understanding of the novel. Besides, the students can enrich their
vocabulary by reading the novel.
2. Suggestion for future researchers
Memoirs of a Geisha is an interesting novel, especially the interpersonal relationships of geishas. This research focuses more on Mameha who is the minor
character. The future researchers can analyze the other characters. There are many characters that can be discussed such as, Pumpkin, Mother and Ken Iwamura.
Besides, the future researchers can analyze the socio-cultural comparison between geisha and ronggeng dancer. Therefore, for those who are interested in
Memoirs of a Geisha, this research can be used as a reference. PLAGIAT MERUPAKAN TINDAKAN TIDAK TERPUJI
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