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Aimee Liu

    Aimee Liu est une romancière acclamée dont les œuvres tissent magistralement des événements historiques avec une exploration profonde des dynamiques familiales et de la psyché humaine. Son écriture aborde souvent des thèmes tels que la dévastation de la guerre, les carrefours culturels et les complexités de l'identité, excellant à évoquer la sympathie et une compréhension rare parmi des personnages divers. Liu emploie des décors riches et inhabituels et sa prose précise pour créer des récits captivants qui emportent les lecteurs. Elle a également exploré le rétablissement des troubles alimentaires, s'appuyant sur son histoire personnelle et des entretiens pour examiner les causes profondes de ces affections.

    Alchemy of the Word: Writers Talk About Writing: 2nd Edition
    Flash House
    Cloud Mountain
    Restoring Our Bodies, Reclaiming Our Lives
    • 3,9(80)Évaluer

      Full recovery from an eating disorder is possible. Despite what you may have been led to believe, most people with anorexia, bulimia, or binge eating disorder are able to completely restore their health and well-being. But how does this happen? Author Aimee Liu has woven together dozens of first-person accounts of recovery to create a break-through roadmap for healing from an eating disorder. Restoring Our Bodies, Reclaiming Our Lives answers key questions including: How does healing begin? What does it feel like? What supports and accelerates it? Will I ever be free of worry about a relapse? Throughout the book are informative sidebars written by leading professionals in the field, addressing essential topics such as finding the right therapist, the use of medications, exploring complementary treatments, and how family members can help. Learn more at the author's website: www.aimeeliu.net.

      Restoring Our Bodies, Reclaiming Our Lives
    • Cloud Mountain

      • 672pages
      • 24 heures de lecture
      3,8(356)Évaluer

      Set against the backdrop of early 20th century California and China, the story follows Hope Newfield and Liang Po-yu as they defy societal norms to marry. Their love faces numerous challenges, including prejudice, political upheaval, and cultural differences, as they navigate life together and raise a family. The narrative explores themes of love, identity, and the impact of tradition on personal relationships.

      Cloud Mountain
    • When the plane carrying her husband goes down in Kashmir in 1949, Joanna Shaw enlists the aid of his best friend, Lawrence Malcolm, to accompany her and their translator Kamla on a journey across Central Asia in search of the truth.

      Flash House
    • This collection showcases a diverse range of essays from various authors, each contributing unique perspectives and experiences. The writers explore themes of identity, culture, and personal reflection, offering insights into the human experience through their distinct voices. The anthology invites readers to engage with thought-provoking narratives that challenge conventional viewpoints and celebrate the richness of different backgrounds.

      Alchemy of the Word: Writers Talk About Writing: 2nd Edition