Journalist Vu Kim Hanh launches "Saigon Bao Thuong": Evoking the underground stream of love that never dies

Saigon Books in collaboration with Hong Duc Publishing House has just introduced to readers the book Saigon Bao Thuong by journalist Vu Kim Hanh - a gentle but resilient portrait of the city during the days of fighting the Covid-19 pandemic.

"Saigon Bao Thuong" is a book to remember, to love and to grow up

Not only recording the losses, the work also cherishes the undercurrents of humanity, from personal memories shining into shared memories of an unforgettable time. The author chooses a writing style like a friendly conversation, bringing readers back to the days when the streets were quiet, where invisible blockades gave rise to “bridges” of love: bags of rice hanging in front of the door, timely oxygen tanks, messages asking about the situation in the middle of the night.

The book consists of three parts: Tragic Saigon - facing the pain to understand; Compassionate Saigon - paying tribute to the flow of kind people; The Last Victims - like a solemn pause, reminding each person to question themselves and promise how to continue living. In addition, systematic documents are cleverly integrated, helping to place everyday stories in the broader context of the pandemic's progression and community efforts.

Through a leisurely tone, the book not only recounts past events, but also suggests reflections: how can a dynamic city still retain its soft soul; how can community memories not fade; how can trauma become a humane launching pad for the future.

Saigon Bao Thuong comes to readers as a reminder of community strength and humanity in times of crisis, and is a reference source for those who want to understand more about the resilience and humanity of this city.

QUYNH YEN

Source: https://www.sggp.org.vn/nha-bao-vu-kim-hanh-ra-mat-sai-gon-bao-thuong-khoi-goi-mach-ngam-yeu-thuong-chua-bao-gio-tat-post812580.html