On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous by Ocean Vuong
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About The Book
Brilliant, heartbreaking and highly original, Ocean Vuong's debut novel is a shattering portrait of a family, and a testament to the redemptive power of storytelling.
This is a letter from a son to a mother who cannot read. Written when the speaker, Little Dog, is in his late twenties, the letter unearths a family's history that began before he was born. It tells of Vietnam, of the lasting impact of war, and of his family's struggle to forge a new future. And it serves as a doorway into parts of Little Dog's life his mother has never known - episodes of bewilderment, fear and passion - all the while moving closer to an unforgettable revelation.
| Author | Ocean Vuong |
|---|---|
| Publisher | Vintage |
| Publication date | 1 September 2020 |
| Language | English |
| Number of page | 256 pages |
| Product Dimensions | 12.9 x 19.8 cm |
| Binding | Paperback |
| ISBN | 9781529110685 |
| In the box | Main Product |
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