Kim Dong Publishing House officially introduces the upgraded version in 2025 with two classic works by author Jimmy Liao - "Green Stone" and "The Voice of Colors".
The upgraded version is meticulously invested with a new version and design. The new version of Ao Thuong brings a new, closer and deeper reading experience to Vietnamese readers. Not only loyal to the original, with the new poetic form, the translations are sharp and sophisticated in conveying emotional nuances and philosophical meanings.
The Green Stone and The Voice of Colors upgraded in 2025 with new designs and invested in high-quality printing, honoring the paintings of author Jimmy Liao to meet the tastes of todays readers.
It is known that these are two famous works by author Jimmy Liao and represent his artistic style. It is a combination of the East and the West in contemplations of people and life, a delicate blend of Western painting style with Eastern poetry, between the elements of reality and surrealism that create a charming poem.
The Green Stone is a picture book imbued with philosophy and rich in poetry about love and hope. The green stone is pushed away from his homeland by fate, but no matter where he is, no matter what he becomes, he always remembers his homeland, always remembers who he is.
The Voice of Colors tells the story of a blind girl who, although unable to see, does not let her world be dark and quiet, her imagination is full of flowers, her life feels brilliant with color. The book helps heal loneliness "In the midst of noisy cities.... Find a low ray of light in the heart.
Author Jimmy Liao was born in 1958 and is one of the most famous comic book authors in Taiwan (China). His work has been translated into many languages and won many international awards, conquering the hearts of readers around the world. Jimmy Liao exploits the theme of loneliness, love, loss and hope. He believes that art can heal wounds and help people find meaning in life.
Just 10 years ago, Kim Dong Publishing House introduced Jimmy Liao's works to Vietnamese readers for the first time. From that moment on, Jimmy Liao's works quickly attracted the attention and affection of Vietnamese readers just as his works became famous in the world.
