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Daughter Of Cambodia Reunites With The Sister She Left Behind

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In 1975, the Khmer Rouge took control of Cambodia and began a reign of terror that would last for four years. During that time, an estimated 1.7 million people were killed, including Loung Ung's parents and two of her sisters. Loung and her three surviving siblings were forced to flee their home and live in the jungle, where they faced starvation, disease, and the constant threat of violence.

Lucky Child: A Daughter of Cambodia Reunites with the Sister She Left Behind

by Loung Ung

4.6 out of 5

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In 1979, the Vietnamese invaded Cambodia and overthrew the Khmer Rouge. Loung and her siblings were able to return home, but they were left with nothing. Their house had been destroyed, and their family was gone. Loung and her siblings struggled to rebuild their lives, but they never gave up hope of finding each other.

In 2000, Loung finally reunited with her sister Chou. Chou had been living in the United States for many years, and she had no idea that Loung had survived the Khmer Rouge. The reunion was a joyous occasion, and it was a testament to the enduring power of family and the resilience of the human spirit.

Loung's story is an inspiration to us all. It shows us that even in the darkest of times, we can never give up hope. Family is the most important thing in our lives, and it is worth fighting for.

Loung Ung's Book

Loung Ung's memoir, First They Killed My Father, is a powerful and moving account of her experiences during the Khmer Rouge regime. The book has been translated into over 30 languages and has sold over 2 million copies worldwide. It has been praised by critics and readers alike for its honesty, its courage, and its beauty.

In her book, Loung Ung tells the story of her family's struggle for survival during the Khmer Rouge regime. She describes the horrors that she and her siblings witnessed, and she shows us how they managed to keep their hope alive. Loung Ung's book is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the Cambodian genocide. It is a story of hope, resilience, and the enduring power of the human spirit.

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Lucky Child: A Daughter of Cambodia Reunites with the Sister She Left Behind

by Loung Ung

4.6 out of 5