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Fourth Uncle In The Mountain: A Memoir Of A Barefoot Doctor In Vietnam
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Set During The French And American Wars, Fourth Uncle In The Mountain Is A True Story About An Orphan, Quang Van Nguyen, Who Is Adopted By A Sixtyfour Year Old Monk, Thau, Who Carries Great Responsibility For His People As A Barefoot Doctor. Thau Manages, Against All Odds To Raise His Son To Follow In His Footsteps And In Doing So, Saves His Son, As Well As A Part Of Vietnam'S Esoteric Knowledge From The Vietnam Holocaust.Thau Is Wanted By The French Regime, And Occasionally Must Flee Into The Jungle, Where He Is Perfectly At Home Living Among The Animals. Thau Is Not The Average Monk; He Practices An Ancient Lineage Of Chinese Medicine And Uses Magic To Protect Animals And Help People.As Wise And Resourceful As Thau Is, He Meets His Match In His Mischievous Son. Quang Is More Interested In Learning Cambodian Sorcery And Martial Arts Than In Developing His Skills And Wisdom According To His Father'S Plan.Fourth Uncle In The Mountain Is An Odyssey Of A Singlefather Folk Hero And His Foundling Son In A Land Ravaged By The Atrocities Of War. It Is A Classic Story, Complete With Humor, Tragedy, And Insight From A Country Where Ghosts And Magic Are Real.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'Fourth Uncle in the Mountain' about? A: 'Fourth Uncle in the Mountain' is a memoir that tells the true story of Quang Van Nguyen, an orphan adopted by a monk named Thau, who serves as a barefoot doctor during the French and American wars in Vietnam. The narrative explores their struggles, the wisdom of Thau, and the challenges posed by Quang's adventurous spirit.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The book is authored by Marjorie Pivar.
- Q: What is the book's publication date? A: 'Fourth Uncle in the Mountain' was published on April 1, 2004.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'Acceptable' condition, which may show signs of wear but is still readable.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains a total of 352 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: 'Fourth Uncle in the Mountain' is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Is there a specific edition of the book? A: The book is a 'First Edition'.
- Q: What themes are present in the memoir? A: The memoir encompasses themes of war, father-son relationships, cultural heritage, and the intersection of traditional knowledge with modern challenges.
- Q: Is the book suitable for all readers? A: While the book can be appreciated by a wide range of readers, it contains mature themes related to war and personal struggles, which may be more suitable for older teens and adults.
- Q: Can I learn about Vietnamese medicine from this book? A: Yes, the memoir provides insights into traditional Vietnamese medicine practices, particularly through the character of Thau, who is a practitioner of ancient Chinese medicine.