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Biography & Memoir· Myanmar

From the Land of Green Ghosts

by Pascal Khoo Thwe
Aggregate Editorial Score30/100
Published 2002English
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About This Book

Pascal Khoo Thwe's From the Land of Green Ghosts (2002) stands as one of the most significant works of biography & memoir of its era. This memoir recounts the extraordinary life of Pascal Khoo Thwe, a member of the Padaung tribe in Myanmar, who becomes involved in the political turmoil of the country. The book provides a unique perspective on the intersection of tribal traditions and modern political struggles. It is acclaimed for its rich narrative and insightful commentary on the complexities of identity and resistance. Themes of identity, tradition, political struggle run through the work. The book has received recognition from Kiriyama Prize 2002.

Book Details

AuthorPascal Khoo Thwe
Published2002
Country of Origin🇲🇲 Myanmar
LanguageEnglish
Category✍️ Biography & Memoir
ISBN9780007116820
Editorial Score30/100
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Country of Origin

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This book is part of Myanmar's rich literary tradition.

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Editorial Assessment

First published in 2002, Pascal Khoo Thwe's From the Land of Green Ghosts is a work of biography & memoir that has drawn sustained interest from critics and prize committees alike. Its engagement with identity, tradition, political struggle, resistance gives the book a depth that extends well beyond its genre. Critics and institutions have consistently placed From the Land of Green Ghosts among the notable works of its period. Among its recognitions: Kiriyama Prize 2002. Our aggregate score of 30/100 is compiled from 1 editorial sources that range from Nobel and Booker committees to leading literary journals. What distinguishes From the Land of Green Ghosts is how it handles its central concerns — identity, tradition, political struggle, resistance — without reducing them to neat conclusions. The book invites close reading and holds up well to it. Pascal Khoo Thwe's role in the literature of Myanmar is well established. From the Land of Green Ghosts can be read as both a standalone achievement and as part of a broader national literary conversation about identity, history, and the possibilities of narrative form.
About this assessment: Editorial scores are aggregated from 1 independent sources including major literary prizes, critical surveys, and leading publications. Our editorial team reviews and contextualises this data. Rankings reflect critical consensus, not personal opinion or popularity metrics. Learn about our methodology.

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Pascal Khoo Thwe is a Myanmar author whose work in biography & memoir has earned recognition from readers and critics alike.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is From the Land of Green Ghosts about?

This memoir recounts the extraordinary life of Pascal Khoo Thwe, a member of the Padaung tribe in Myanmar, who becomes involved in the political turmoil of the country. The book provides a unique perspective on the intersection of tribal traditions and modern political struggles. It is acclaimed for its rich narrative and insightful commentary on the complexities of identity and resistance.

Who wrote From the Land of Green Ghosts?

From the Land of Green Ghosts was written by Pascal Khoo Thwe, from Myanmar. First published in 2002.

What awards has From the Land of Green Ghosts won?

From the Land of Green Ghosts has received the following recognition: Kiriyama Prize 2002.

Is From the Land of Green Ghosts worth reading?

From the Land of Green Ghosts is a well-regarded book with an aggregate editorial score of 30/100 on 50 Best Books. It is particularly recommended for readers interested in identity, tradition, political struggle.

Where can I buy From the Land of Green Ghosts?

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What category is From the Land of Green Ghosts?

From the Land of Green Ghosts is classified as Biography & Memoir. True accounts of real lives, told by the subject or a biographer.

What country is From the Land of Green Ghosts from?

From the Land of Green Ghosts originates from Myanmar's literary tradition. Explore more books from Myanmar on our country page.

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