My Old Man and Me: A story of escape, sacrifice and survival
From Vietnam to Australia: A story of escape, survival and sacrifice
$28.80
- Paperback
304 pages
- Release Date
29 September 2026
Summary
Forty years after Thiet Huynh smuggled his family out of Vietnam, he faces a final challenge: to be cared for by those he once protected. With courage, ingenuity and humour, Thiet and the Huynhs set off on a journey to remake their lives together.
‘I have to live,’ Dad kept saying to me. And I had to help him.
In 2021 a massive stroke left Thiet in need of constant care and upended life for him and his family, especially for his son Kim.
As Ki…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780733344473 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 073334447X |
| Author: | Kim Huynh |
| Publisher: | ABC Books |
| Imprint: | ABC Books |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 304 |
| Release Date: | 29 September 2026 |
| Weight: | 380g |
| Dimensions: | 24mm x 154mm x 232mm |
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Kim Huynh
Kim Huynh is an academic, broadcaster, and author who has been writing about Australian society and politics for over 25 years.
His books include:
- Where the Sea Takes Us (HarperCollins, 2008)
- Australia’s Refugee Politics in the 21st Century (Routledge, 2023)
In 2024, he was commissioned by the federal government to draft A Statement from Australia’s Carers.
Kim can be heard on ABC Radio Canberra’s Sunday Brunch program, which showcases the people and culture of the nation’s capital.
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