Do Not Say We Have Nothing by Madeleine Thien
Set against the backdrop of China's tumultuous history from the Cultural Revolution to the Tiananmen Square protests, this poignant narrative weaves together the lives of three generations of musicians and their families. Through the lens of a young girl in Vancouver uncovering her family's past, the story delves into themes of art, memory, and political upheaval. As the characters navigate personal and societal challenges, the novel explores the enduring power of music and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of oppression and loss.
- Published
- 2016
- Nationality
- Canadian
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 480-500
- Original Language
- English
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(4.0)
- Alternate Titles
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