“Are all of us the same, I wonder, navigating our lives by interpreting the silences between words spoken, analysing the returning echoes of our memory in order to chart the terrain, in order to make sense of the world around us?”
Quote by Twan Eng Tan
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The Garden of Evening Mists
This novel is a poignant exploration of the complexities of human relationships and the enduring power of art. Set in the aftermath of World War II, it delves into the lives of a Japanese gardener and a British woman, weaving together their personal histories and the beauty of traditional Japanese gardens. more
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