Jolie Phuong Hoang

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Three Funerals for my Father

Love, Loss and Escape from Vietnam

What would you risk to save your children? Jolie Hoang grew up as one of ten children, part of a loving, prosperous Vietnamese family. All that changed when the communists took over in 1975; the … 232 View
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My First Funeral

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The ghost of the author’s father narrates this chapter, recounting his life and death. The author’s father died escaping Vietnam, on his way to reunite with his six older children in … 11 $1.10 Add
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June Sisters

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The author narrates this chapter, talking about events in her life and her family. She reflects on her relationship and memories with her father. 9 $0.90 Add
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The Tiger

From: Three Funerals for my Father

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The ghost of the author’s father shares memories and wisdom. He recounts the family’s move to Quảng Đức and the aftermath, including his experiences in prison and release. 10 $1.00 Add
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A Bowl of Soup

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The author explores more memories of her father. She recounts the last day she ever spent alone with her father. 3 $0.30 Add
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War

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The author’s father’s ghost recounts life in Đà Lạt and the arrival of war. 9 $0.90 Add
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The Land of Mimosas

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The family takes trips to Saignon, setting up to escape Vietnam. Both the author’s and her father’s perspectives are included. 5 $0.50 Add
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Peace and Fire

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This chapter is told from the author’s father’s perspective. It gives insight into the changes and challenges faced by the family under the communist government. 3 $0.30 Add
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The Rooster

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This chapter is told from the author’s perspective. She speaks about her mother and their relationship. 3 $0.30 Add
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The Oil Lamp

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This chapter is told from the author’s father’s perspective. He and his wife discuss the future and critique the communist government. 3 $0.30 Add
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The Rice Chest

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This chapter is told from the author’s perspective. She recalls going back to her childhood home with her daughters. 4 $0.40 Add
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A Postcard from Germany

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This chapter is told from the author’s father’s perspective. He muses on emigration and escape from Vietnam, and recounts a scam and failed escape attempt. 4 $0.40 Add
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Feast for the Dead

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This chapter is told from the author’s perspective. She continues to recall a trip to Vietnam with her daughters and recounts other memories growing up in Vietnam. 10 $1.00 Add
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Rough Waters

From: Three Funerals for my Father

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This chapter is told from the author’s father’s perspective. He continues to plan his family’s escape. 9 $0.90 Add
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Trại Mát

From: Three Funerals for my Father

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This chapter is told from the author’s perspective. She describes a a short trip to Trại Mát and reminisces on a time when her younger sister got very sick and was treated by her … 7 $0.70 Add
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Vượt Biên

From: Three Funerals for my Father

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This chapter is told from the author’s father’s perspective. He executes an escape plan. 6 $0.60 Add