The Mountains Sing

The Mountains Sing by Nguyễn Phan Quế Mai is a multigenerational tale that spans the 20th century, recounting the trials and triumphs of the Trần family against the backdrop of the Việt Nam War. The novel alternates between two perspectives: that of Diệu Lan, who survives famine, land reform, and the war, and her granddaughter Hương, who is coming of age during the devastation of the Vietnam War. Together, they navigate loss, resilience, and hope in a story that sheds light on the impact of war on ordinary lives, while celebrating the strength of family ties.

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The Mountains Sing by Nguyễn Phan Quế Mai is a bestselling novel that follows two generations of women whose lives are dramatically shaped by the Việt Nam War. As the war ravages their country, Trần Diệu Lan and her granddaughter, Hương, confront loss, displacement, and the devastation of their homeland. The novel traces their journey of survival, resilience, and hope amidst personal and national turmoil, revealing the intimate impacts of war across decades. Selected as a Best Book of 2020 by NB Magazine, BookBrowse, Buzz Magazine, NPR, Washington Independent Review of Books, Real Simple, She Reads, A Hindu’s View, and Thoughts from a Page.

 

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Weight 0.312 kg
Dimensions 12.9 × 19.6 × 2.9 cm
Author

Format

Paperback
Pages

342
Publisher

One World Publications
Year Published

2020

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