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The Book Of Salt: A Novel,Used
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A novel of Paris in the 1930s from the eyes of the Vietnamese cook employed by Gertrude Stein and Alice B. Toklas, by the author of The Sweetest Fruits.Viewing his famous mesdames and their entourage from the kitchen of their rue de Fleurus home, Binh observes their domestic entanglements while seeking his own place in the world. In a mesmerizing tale of yearning and betrayal, Monique Truong explores Paris from the salons of its artists to the dark nightlife of its outsiders and exiles. She takes us back to Binh's youthful servitude in Saigon under colonial rule, to his life as a galley hand at sea, to his brief, fateful encounters in Paris with Paul Robeson and the young Ho Chi Minh.Winner of the New York Public Library Young Lions Fiction AwardA Best Book of the Year: New York Times, Village Voice, Seattle Times, Miami Herald, San Jose Mercury News, and othersAn irresistible, scrupulously engineered confection that weaves together history, art, and human naturea veritable feast.Los Angeles TimesA debut novel of pungent sensuousness and intricate, inspired imaginationa marvelous tale.ElleAddictiveDeliciously writtenBoth eloquent and original.Entertainment Weekly
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Book of Salt'? A: 'The Book of Salt' explores themes of identity, belonging, and the complexities of cultural heritage through the eyes of a Vietnamese cook in 1930s Paris.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Book of Salt'? A: The author of 'The Book of Salt' is Monique Truong.
- Q: What is the setting of the novel? A: The novel is set in Paris during the 1930s, focusing on the life of a Vietnamese cook working for Gertrude Stein and Alice B. Toklas.
- Q: How many pages are in 'The Book of Salt'? A: 'The Book of Salt' has a total of 272 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: 'The Book of Salt' is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: When was 'The Book of Salt' published? A: 'The Book of Salt' was published on June 15, 2004.
- Q: Is 'The Book of Salt' suitable for readers interested in cultural heritage? A: Yes, 'The Book of Salt' falls under the category of Cultural Heritage and is suitable for readers interested in themes of identity and history.
- Q: What awards has 'The Book of Salt' won? A: 'The Book of Salt' won the New York Public Library Young Lions Fiction Award and was recognized as a Best Book of the Year by multiple publications.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: Can you give a brief summary of the plot? A: 'The Book of Salt' tells the story of Binh, a Vietnamese cook in Paris who reflects on his life and experiences while navigating his relationships with his famous employers and the world around him.