Phạm thị Hoài Books

Phạm Thị Hoài is a contemporary Vietnamese author whose work is renowned for its critical perspective on Vietnamese society and its daring exploration of taboo subjects. Her writing is characterized by a keen eye for detail, biting wit, and humor, all while maintaining a sensitivity to the rhythm and beauty of the Vietnamese language. Her literary output sparks both praise and controversy, reflecting her unique and provocative stance in contemporary letters. Hoài is also a respected translator of German literature.

Lady of the Realm
96 pages
4 hours of reading
One day there will be peace in Vietnam. But not before more war. Touched by the Lady of the Realm, Liên dreams of bones and bodies under the sea. The prescient warnings from the Lady weigh heavily on Liên, who is burdened by her inability to save everyone. But she knows that the Lady speaks most to those who listen. Set against the background of the Vietnam/American war we follow Liêns path across five decades that are punctuated by endless war and suffering. Yet even in the most desperate of times, Liên refuses to be ruled by fear and anger and persists in her hope for a peaceful future. But will hope be enough?
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Die LiBeraturpreisträgerin Pham Thi Hoai gehört zu jener jungen Generation von Schriftstellern und Schriftstellerinnen, die sich unabhängig, unbestechlich und spielerisch den Wirklichkeiten im heutigen Vietnam nähern, fern vom Heroismus der alten Tage. Mit Ironie, Schalk und zarter Erotik zeichnet sie Facetten des Alltagslebens in Hanoi. Es entsteht das Bild einer kalten Welt, in der die Beziehungen verlogen, die Geschäfte krumm, die Dichter angepasst und die Beamten korrupt sind.
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