Red Moons and Silent Truths: A memoir of life living under Myanmar military rule

In the wake of Myanmar's 2021 military coup, a journey that began as an adventure quickly spirals into a profound exploration of resilience and truth.

Lydia, a young woman from London, arrives in Yangon in 2020, eager to start a new life filled with fresh beginnings and discovery. As she begins volunteering with a local charity, she finds herself deeply moved by the stories of the people she meets and the challenges they face. However, on the first day of February 2021, a sudden power and internet blackout signals the start of something sinister, revealing the harsh realities of a nation grappling with a history of oppression.

This book is a heartfelt testament to the voices silenced by oppression, a call to remember the struggles of those who endure. With each page, readers are invited to delve deeper into the complexities of Myanmar's history and the ongoing fight for freedom.

"Red Moons and Silent Truths is a fascinating account of a young British teacher who arrived in Myanmar during the COVID-19 lockdowns. We experienced such different periods of this country's recent history. I can only hope there is a third book that comes along one day with an entirely different ending that sees peace and democracy for the people of Myanmar"

-Jessica Mudditt, Author of Our Home in Myanmar and founder of Hembury Books

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Red Moons and Silent Truths: A memoir of life living under Myanmar military rule

In the wake of Myanmar's 2021 military coup, a journey that began as an adventure quickly spirals into a profound exploration of resilience and truth.

Lydia, a young woman from London, arrives in Yangon in 2020, eager to start a new life filled with fresh beginnings and discovery. As she begins volunteering with a local charity, she finds herself deeply moved by the stories of the people she meets and the challenges they face. However, on the first day of February 2021, a sudden power and internet blackout signals the start of something sinister, revealing the harsh realities of a nation grappling with a history of oppression.

This book is a heartfelt testament to the voices silenced by oppression, a call to remember the struggles of those who endure. With each page, readers are invited to delve deeper into the complexities of Myanmar's history and the ongoing fight for freedom.

"Red Moons and Silent Truths is a fascinating account of a young British teacher who arrived in Myanmar during the COVID-19 lockdowns. We experienced such different periods of this country's recent history. I can only hope there is a third book that comes along one day with an entirely different ending that sees peace and democracy for the people of Myanmar"

-Jessica Mudditt, Author of Our Home in Myanmar and founder of Hembury Books

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Red Moons and Silent Truths: A memoir of life living under Myanmar military rule

Red Moons and Silent Truths: A memoir of life living under Myanmar military rule

by Lydia Goldman
Red Moons and Silent Truths: A memoir of life living under Myanmar military rule

Red Moons and Silent Truths: A memoir of life living under Myanmar military rule

by Lydia Goldman

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In the wake of Myanmar's 2021 military coup, a journey that began as an adventure quickly spirals into a profound exploration of resilience and truth.

Lydia, a young woman from London, arrives in Yangon in 2020, eager to start a new life filled with fresh beginnings and discovery. As she begins volunteering with a local charity, she finds herself deeply moved by the stories of the people she meets and the challenges they face. However, on the first day of February 2021, a sudden power and internet blackout signals the start of something sinister, revealing the harsh realities of a nation grappling with a history of oppression.

This book is a heartfelt testament to the voices silenced by oppression, a call to remember the struggles of those who endure. With each page, readers are invited to delve deeper into the complexities of Myanmar's history and the ongoing fight for freedom.

"Red Moons and Silent Truths is a fascinating account of a young British teacher who arrived in Myanmar during the COVID-19 lockdowns. We experienced such different periods of this country's recent history. I can only hope there is a third book that comes along one day with an entirely different ending that sees peace and democracy for the people of Myanmar"

-Jessica Mudditt, Author of Our Home in Myanmar and founder of Hembury Books


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781917563048
Publisher: Sleepy Lion Publishing
Publication date: 03/18/2025
Pages: 340
Product dimensions: 5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.71(d)

About the Author

Lydia Goldman is a London-based author, dedicated philanthropist and avid reader. Her journey from a delightfully nomadic childhood to her passion for writing and exploration has inspired her debut memoir, Red Moons and Silent Truths.Growing up as a third-culture kid, Lydia attended eleven schools across the Netherlands, Indonesia, and the UK. She embraced the ever-changing landscape, which shaped her identity and inspired her to work abroad in Myanmar. Red Moons and Silent Truths is Lydia's first book, and her story has already garnered attention from the Evening Standard and several podcasts committed to raising awareness for those in Myanmar who no longer have a voice.
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