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History of a River
Paperback
Publisher Price: $14.95
Publisher: Luc Luong
Published: Jun 26 2026
Pages: 152
Weight: 0.40
Height: 0.35 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
History of a River by Dong Yen is a thoughtful and complex collection of short stories that explores the human condition through the lens of history, memory, and social change. The collection includes several stories-such as A History of a River, Baggage for the Uplands, Reversing Weather, and The Final Steep Path-each depicting characters whose lives are shaped by war, political upheaval, and the uncertainties of fate.
Through vivid storytelling and reflective prose, the author portrays a world marked by struggle, loss, and moral ambiguity. The stories move between personal dramas and broader philosophical reflections on society, power, and human resilience. Although the tone can be dark and critical, the collection stands out for its intellectual ambition and its attempt to illuminate the hidden tensions within both individuals and societies.
Overall, History of a River is a serious and thought-provoking work that blends historical narrative with philosophical reflection, offering readers a powerful meditation on memory, conflict, and the uncertain course of human history.
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