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"Silence and Sacrifice: Family Stories of Care and the Limits of Love in Vietnam" by Merav Shohet is an ethnographic account of ordinary lives in central Vietnam. The book explores how families in Vietnam maintain continuity and cohesion despite political cleavages and turbulent forces. Shohet argues that everyday lives deserve anthropological attention and examines the key moral principles that shape family dynamics, such as sacrifice and asymmetrical reciprocity. The book also highlights the role of "sideshadowing," a narrative practice that emphasizes moral uncertainty and contingency. Additionally, Shohet emphasizes the importance of family-centered ethnography and the gendered nature of moral subjectivity. Overall, "Silence and Sacrifice" offers rich insights into the complexities of family life in Vietnam and is recommended for scholars and students interested in Vietnam studies, psychological anthropology, and gender/kinship studies. [Extracted from the article]