mg_libros's review against another edition
4.0
69/2023 La historia del tío abuelo de la autora, la persona con peor suerte eligiendo destino para disfrutar de su beca. Primero se va a ir a Alemania en el 30 y por lo que sea, no. Pero decide que Italia. Y claro, pues también por lo que sea, también mal.
Me ha gustado mucho el tono con el que está contado, la persona ya muy viejecita que cuenta una experiencia que tuvo que ser horrorosa con mucho sentido del humor y quitándole importante. El dibujo también está bien. Y la edición es preciosa.
Me ha gustado mucho el tono con el que está contado, la persona ya muy viejecita que cuenta una experiencia que tuvo que ser horrorosa con mucho sentido del humor y quitándole importante. El dibujo también está bien. Y la edición es preciosa.
lilaceous's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
informative
reflective
relaxing
sad
3.5
impact - .5⭐️
illustrations - ⭐️
effective storytelling - .5⭐️
engaging to read - ⭐️
would recommend - .5⭐️
pretty to look at and surprisingly cute (?).
pretty to look at and surprisingly cute (?).
Content Warnings
Graphic: War and Racism
spiringempress's review against another edition
4.0
Absolutely stunning. There’s something utterly fascinating about the color palette and artistic style, which is enchanting. The story takes place over the course of the dinner and traces the life of the author’s uncle, Sompong during WWII. It is a poignant and reflective tale about finding purpose in a world falling apart and of course, a commentary on racism.
roohanin's review against another edition
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
fast-paced
3.0
Papaya Salad is a non-fiction comic book with the story of the author’s great-uncle and his experience in Europe during World War 2. The beautiful and colourful comic illustrations take us with him as he narrates his chronicles of landing in Italy on the eve of war, meeting his wife and being a prisoner of war.
Comic books are not my go-to genre neither is war history. I picked this up because of a prompt in my reading challenge. I am squeamish about reading WW II history, so I am happy with this choice. It was a great experience to get out of my comfort zone without stretching myself. 😁
The book provides a beautiful slice of life. Perfect for reading with a drink and relaxing. The narrative pace also reminds me of story time with grandparents. The story has a mild flavour with no gory details and some great lines of wisdom splashed in there just like grandparents do. This also leads me to believe the book was first catered to a younger audience. So as an adult audience, it did fall short. However, I am going to read this to my niece and nephew when they are a bit older.
Comic books are not my go-to genre neither is war history. I picked this up because of a prompt in my reading challenge. I am squeamish about reading WW II history, so I am happy with this choice. It was a great experience to get out of my comfort zone without stretching myself. 😁
The book provides a beautiful slice of life. Perfect for reading with a drink and relaxing. The narrative pace also reminds me of story time with grandparents. The story has a mild flavour with no gory details and some great lines of wisdom splashed in there just like grandparents do. This also leads me to believe the book was first catered to a younger audience. So as an adult audience, it did fall short. However, I am going to read this to my niece and nephew when they are a bit older.
Content Warnings
Minor: War and Racism
laeloshag's review against another edition
3.0
Visually stunning but the story left me wanting a bit more.
chiccad's review against another edition
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
3.5
emeraldreverie's review against another edition
5.0
Really beautiful, really striking, really impactful. Thoroughly enjoyed this story. And now I have a recipe to try!
dajna's review against another edition
3.0
Elisa Macellari, italo-tailandese, racconta la storia del prozio Sompong, che dalla Thailandia venne in Europa alla vigilia della Seconda guerra mondiale.
Motivato dall'amore per le lingue vince una borsa di studio per la Germania, ma la follia di Hitler blocca il suo viaggio e lo dirotta nella nostra patria.
La guerra di Sompong è un logoramento personale, fatto di attese in quanto prigioniero, ma è comunque trattato molto meglio di chi proviene da nazioni dicharatamente nemiche. Eppure mantiene un ottimismo invidiabile.
Brutto l'episodio del rientro, in cui gli americano vincitori non sanno (o non hanno voglia) di distinguere asiatici da asiatici: per loro sono tutti giapponesi, hanno tutti attaccato Pearl Harbour, e come tali devono venire umiliati.
Motivato dall'amore per le lingue vince una borsa di studio per la Germania, ma la follia di Hitler blocca il suo viaggio e lo dirotta nella nostra patria.
La guerra di Sompong è un logoramento personale, fatto di attese in quanto prigioniero, ma è comunque trattato molto meglio di chi proviene da nazioni dicharatamente nemiche. Eppure mantiene un ottimismo invidiabile.
Brutto l'episodio del rientro, in cui gli americano vincitori non sanno (o non hanno voglia) di distinguere asiatici da asiatici: per loro sono tutti giapponesi, hanno tutti attaccato Pearl Harbour, e come tali devono venire umiliati.
zoes_human's review against another edition
4.0
A niece listens to her great uncle tell stories of his childhood in Thailand and his experiences in the Thai military during World War II. Unique art with a beautiful color palette enhances his gentle story on the sidelines of war. Surprisingly warm and an intriguing look at the Thai perspective of the war.