Bizot, Francois
The Gate
- ISBN 13:
- 9780099449195
- author:
- Bizot, Francois
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Vintage
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2004
- Pages:
- 336
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 1.9 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Asian / Middle Eastern history: postwar, from c 1945 -
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Gate by François Bizot In 1971, François Bizot's life was forever changed when he was captured by the Khmer Rouge while on a routine outing in the Cambodian countryside. After three months of intense interrogation, he was released and later became the official intermediary between the Khmer Rouge and the French embassy during one of history's most appalling genocides. Written thirty years after his horrific experiences, Bizot's memoir is a harrowing account of his time in the 'killing fields' of Cambodia. This book provides a unique perspective on the events that unfolded during this period, offering a glimpse into the mind of someone who witnessed firsthand the atrocities committed by the Khmer Rouge. A powerful and thought-provoking read, Bizot's memoir is a testament to the enduring impact of trauma and the importance of sharing personal stories to prevent similar horrors from happening again.
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