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來自清水的孩子Son of Formosa 1 愛讀冊的少年

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來自清水的孩子Son of Formosa 1 愛讀冊的少年

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有黑暗,但仍舊有光亮;歷經磨難,卻始終充滿力量。台灣版《茉莉人生》,從平凡的小人物故事,窺看台灣重要的近代史;媲美《在世界的一隅找到我》,以簡明優雅的畫風,溫柔填補台灣人的歷史傷痕。本書主人翁蔡焜霖,出生於1930年代的台中清水,經歷過日本統治、國民政府來台、白色恐怖到解嚴後等時期。他作過學徒兵,是台中一中品學兼優的好學生;因參加讀書會,他被羅織「參加非法組織」罪名,遭判刑10年、囚於綠島。出獄後,他於出版社和廣告公司任職;在出版審查極為嚴格的時代,他放棄高薪,創辦了保留台灣漫畫香火的《王子》兒童雜誌,並協助偏鄉的紅葉少棒隊至台北出賽,促成紅葉傳奇。退休後,則積極參與白色恐怖平反運動,推廣人權教育,是人人口中最親切、敬愛的「蔡前輩」。蔡焜霖漫漫的人生足跡,鏡射出近代台灣的縮影——有黑暗,但仍舊有光亮;歷經磨難,卻始終充滿力量。《來自清水的孩子》是蔡焜霖的生命故事首次以「漫畫」呈現,由台東大學兒童文學研究所副教授游珮芸和長期創作繪本的周見信共同創作。簡明優雅的筆觸和華、台、日語三種語言的運用,揉合悲歡離合,並靈巧地將時代再現。生動的情節、細膩溫柔的敘事,既展現小人物對大時代的無法控制,又突顯主人翁的恆毅。本書亦邀請台文作家鄭順聰擔任台語對白顧問、暨南國際大學歷史系助理教授翁稷安擔任歷史顧問。《來自清水的孩子》共有四冊:第一冊. 愛讀冊的少年1930年代,日本統治下的台中州清水街,小男孩焜霖在童謠和圖畫書的陪伴下無憂地成長。然而,戰爭焰火逐漸沸騰,遊行、空襲、徵召......誰也無法置身於外。終戰後,這個認真學習ㄅㄆㄇ、熱愛讀冊的少年,以為總算迎來安穩生活,怎麼知道,更巨大的黑暗正在前方等著他......。第二冊. 綠島十年第三冊. 王子時代第四冊. 化作千風

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Length 162 Pages
Language Zho
Imprint 慢工文化事業有限公司
Released February 3, 2023
Identifier (ISBN) 56078887
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William Harris
William Harris November 25, 2024
"I thoroughly enjoyed the elegance of it. The protagonist was compelling, though some subplots felt slightly overshadowed. I would highly recommend this to discerning readers."
Sandra Mitchell
Sandra Mitchell August 28, 2025
"A highly sophisticated read. A brilliant concept executed with flair. Just a few pacing choices I would change. A very distinguished novel."
Robert Wilson
Robert Wilson August 08, 2024
"Took a moment to build, but the payoff was spectacular. Beautiful writing, though I craved slightly more depth in the lore. Still, undeniably engaging. I would highly recommend this to discerning readers."
Thomas Lewis
Thomas Lewis July 30, 2024
"A very strong entry. A brilliant concept executed with flair. Just a few pacing choices I would change. A solid 4 stars from me."
Margaret Johnson
Margaret Johnson September 10, 2024
"I thoroughly enjoyed the elegance of it. A brilliant concept executed with flair. Just a few pacing choices I would change. A solid 4 stars from me."
Kenneth Torres
Kenneth Torres March 07, 2024
"Exceeded all my expectations. The pacing was impeccable and the characters felt incredibly authentic. I was completely immersed. An effortless 5 stars."
Elizabeth Nelson
Elizabeth Nelson February 20, 2024
"I was completely blown away. The author orchestrated a breathtaking finale. Truly a work of art. Worth every moment spent reading."
Patricia Jones
Patricia Jones June 30, 2024
"Excellent, though slightly flawed. A brilliant concept executed with flair. Just a few pacing choices I would change. A solid 4 stars from me."
Cynthia Gomez
Cynthia Gomez July 05, 2024
"Exceeded all my expectations. The author orchestrated a breathtaking finale. Truly a work of art. A true literary gem."
Linda Lee
Linda Lee December 19, 2025
"Exceeded all my expectations. It strikes a perfect harmony of dialogue and world-building. Every chapter felt necessary. I am now a lifelong fan of this author."
Michelle Hill
Michelle Hill November 28, 2025
"Honestly one of the most premium reading experiences lately. The pacing was impeccable and the characters felt incredibly authentic. I was completely immersed. I am now a lifelong fan of this author."
Daniel Thomas
Daniel Thomas June 27, 2025
"Exceeded all my expectations. The prose is exquisite. It’s accessible yet undeniably sophisticated. I will undoubtedly revisit this masterpiece."
Elizabeth Young
Elizabeth Young April 27, 2024
"Masterpiece from start to finish. The pacing was impeccable and the characters felt incredibly authentic. I was completely immersed. An absolute must-read for connoisseurs of the genre."
Mary Nguyen
Mary Nguyen February 13, 2024
"A profoundly satisfying read. It strikes a perfect harmony of dialogue and world-building. Every chapter felt necessary. Worth every moment spent reading."
Deborah Gonzalez
Deborah Gonzalez March 25, 2025
"A profoundly satisfying read. It strikes a perfect harmony of dialogue and world-building. Every chapter felt necessary. An absolute must-read for connoisseurs of the genre."
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