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how is the narrator's name a variation of her mother's?

Anh Ha Their names differ by one tone. The mother's name is Nguyễn An Tĩnh, and the narrator's name is Nguyễn An Tịnh. The pronunciation is virtually identic…moreTheir names differ by one tone. The mother's name is Nguyễn An Tĩnh, and the narrator's name is Nguyễn An Tịnh. The pronunciation is virtually identical but for the tone. The meanings are also very similar, both denoting peace, quiet, tranquility, but the author's name has more of a connotation of inner peace, whereas the mother's name is more an environmental peace.(less)

Who is the translator of the English edition?

Somya Sheila Fischman

Unanswered Questions (4)

This was my interpretation of the novel? Ultimately, the novel “Ru” is able to promote Canadian multiculturalism, which is significant in order to establish a hopeful and promising future for continuous Canadian generations. “Ru” is able to facilitate multiculturalism in Canada and impact the future generation through its point of view narration identifying cultural and societal variation in Canada and Vietnam.

Who discovered her writing? How did it get published

questions for book club readers ?

Is the fact that there is no real plot development or chronological order irritate people? I mean it's a really good novel and it's well written but it felt a little unorganized.

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