"First They Killed My Father"

"First They Killed My Father" is a memoir by Loung Ung that recounts her childhood experiences during the Khmer Rouge regime in Cambodia. It details how her family was torn apart by political upheaval, violence, and forced labor, leading to her personal loss of loved ones and childhood innocence. The narrative provides a poignant, firsthand account of wartime atrocities, survival, and resilience from the perspective of a young girl. The book offers an intimate understanding of the traumatic impact of political repression and the importance of hope and reconciliation amidst profound suffering.