Paradise of the Blind

Name: Paradise of the Blind
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SKU: 9780060505592
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By Duong Thu Huong

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Paradise of the Blind by Duong Thu Huong is a powerful tale set in Vietnam during the late 20th century. It follows a young woman named Hang, who reflects on her tumultuous family history and the political upheavals that shaped her life. Through her journey from her village to the bustling streets of Russia, the novel explores themes of familial duty, sacrifice, and the quest for personal identity amidst social change.
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You might enjoy this novel if you're drawn to poignant stories that explore the complexities of family and tradition against the backdrop of political turmoil in Vietnam. The author's rich narrative captures the emotional struggle and resilience of individuals facing societal change, offering deep insights into Vietnamese culture and history.

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Paradise of the Blind is an exquisite portrait of three Vietnamese women struggling to survive in a society where subservience to men is expected, and Communist corruption crushes every dream.

Through the eyes of Hang, a young woman in her twenties who has grown up amidst the slums and intermittent beauty of Hanoi, readers come to know the tragedy of her family as land reform rips apart their village. When her uncle Chinh’s political loyalties replace family devotion, Hang is torn between her mother’s appalling self-sacrifice and the bitterness of her aunt who can avenge but not forgive.

Only by freeing herself from the past will Hang be able to find dignity...and a future.

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Paradise of the Blind by Duong Thu Huong is praised for its vivid depiction of Vietnam post-reunification, capturing the complexities of family loyalty against a backdrop of political tension. Reviewers admire the rich, evocative prose and the intricate exploration of themes such as tradition, identity, and sacrifice. Some note that the narrative balances haunting personal stories with broader social commentary, offering deep insights into the era's cultural and historical context.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780060505592

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 20 August 2002

Country: United States

Imprint: HarperCollins

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 132.0mm

Height: 211.0mm

Weight: 206g

Pages: 272

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About the Author

Duong Thu Huong is one of Vietnam's most popular writers. She was born in 1947, and at twenty volunteered to lead a Communist Youth Brigade sent to the front during the Vietnam War. During Chinas's 1979 attack on Vietnam, she also became the first woman combatant present on the front lines to chronicle the conflict. A vocal advocate of human rights and democratic political reform, Duong Thu Huong was expelled from the Vietnamese Communist party in 1989 and was imprisoned without trial in 1991 for her political beliefs. Paradise of the Blind is her fourth novel and her fourth novel to be effectively banned by the Vietnamese government. She is also the author of Novel Without a Name, which was nominated for the International IMPAC Dublin Literary Award. Duong Thu Huong is not allowed to leave Vietnam. She lives and writes in Hanoi.