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Thailand, 1943: Thomas Ellis is a prisoner-of-war on the Death Railway. In stifling heat he endures endless days of clearing jungle, breaking stone and lugging wood. London, 1986: Laura Ellis, a successful City lawyer, travels to Asia to retrace her father's past and discover the truths he has refused to tell her including how he got his Bamboo Heart. Heart-wrenching history plus a daughter's journey of discovery about her father and herself.
A note on book covers: while we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
A son's history and daughter’s discovery across generations.
Who is this book for?
Bamboo Heart is a compelling story that takes you through the harrowing experiences of a prisoner of war in Thailand and a daughter's emotional journey to uncover her father's past. The book vividly captures the hardships of the Thai Death Railway and the deep, personal search for truth and identity, making it a touching read for anyone interested in family history and resilience.
