A Good Scent from a Strange Mountain by Robert Olen Butler
This collection of short stories provides a poignant look at the Vietnamese immigrant experience in America, specifically Louisiana. Each tale is told from the perspective of a different character, ranging from a former translator for the Australian army, to a woman who believes she is possessed by the spirit of Ho Chi Minh. The stories delve into themes of cultural identity, assimilation, memory, and the lingering effects of the Vietnam War, offering a deeply humanizing perspective on a community often marginalized or misunderstood.
The 9671st greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1992
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 249
- Words
- 62,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- Pulitzer Prize for Fiction (Pulitzer Prize)