Hear Me Now: Tragedy in Cambodia [Paperback]

Sophal Leng Stagg (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: June 1998 | ISBN-10: 0931541662 | ISBN-13: 978-0931541667

This is a true story of Sophal Leng Stagg. Sophal was nine years old when she and her family were forced to leave their home in Phnom Penh in April 1975, joining the multitude of Cambodians who were dragged through hell by the brutal regime of the Khmer Rouge. This is the story of Sophal recounting the unimaginable pain, suffering, starvation and disease that she miraculously endured. Sophal Leng, despite all odds, survived and is finally able to tell her story.

Editorial Reviews

Review

" ... an important testimony to the world about genocide and abuse of human rights..." -- The Asian Reporter

"A chronicle of four years of hell, unrelenting, merciless ..." -- Jeanne Malmgren, St. Petersburg Times

"A much needed wake-up call about the tragedy of Cambodia." -- Tallahassee Democrat

"As a father and an American, I cannot comprehend someone at that period of innocence in their life, eduring the story told in this book." -- Prof. H. P. Pierro, Northwood University

From AudioFile

This is an incredible audiobook. It is the story of a young Cambodian during one of the great tragedies of the twentieth century. Sophal Leng Steng was 9 years old in 1975 when the communist Khmer Rouge took over her country. In the next three years, the Khmer Rouge sought to create a wholly new society, destroying all that had to do with the past. In this awful social experiment, roughly 2 million Cambodians--out of a population of 8 million--were either killed by the Khmer Rouge or died of starvation or disease brought about by Khmer Rouge policy. Susan O'Malley's reading transports the listener back to Cambodia during that horrific period. One feels as if one is listening directly to this young girl and her struggle for survival. In a work filled with emotion, O'Malley's reading always perfectly matches the text. M.L.C.Winner of AUDIOFILE'S Earphones Award. (c) AudioFile, Portland, Maine --This text refers to the Audio Cassette edition.

Product Details

• Paperback
• Publisher: Mancorp Pub (June 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0931541662
• ISBN-13: 978-0931541667
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.9 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #641,554 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #80 in Books > History > Asia > Cambodia

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3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars a great companion for Holocaust literature, July 21, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Hear Me Now: Tragedy in Cambodia (Hardcover)

Hear Me Now is a harrowing account of a young girl's experience in Cambodia during the takeover by the Khmer Rouge. The first-person account describes the author's experiences as well as the experiences of her family members. Although the book is graphic, it would not be unsuitable for middle schoolers. I highly recommend this book to anyone who would like to include companion literature while teaching Holocaust literature and the issues related to genocide.

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing story, June 24, 2011

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This review is from: Hear Me Now: Tragedy in Cambodia (Paperback)

I had to read this book in high school, and I just remembered it when recommending books for my grandmother to read. It is an amazing autobiography. It is chilling, sad, and amazing. Definitely worth the read.

5.0 out of 5 stars A great book, December 31, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Hear Me Now: Tragedy in Cambodia (Paperback)

After reading this book, I see things in a whole new light. This is an account of a young girl, who was invaded in Cambodia, and it really depicts and shows just what it was all about. It was deeply saddening to hear what this womam went through, and I feel that this is the Anne Frank of this era.