Watch Ocean Vuong's reaction as Oprah Winfrey chooses his latest book for the renowned Oprah’s Book Club
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Oprah Winfrey has selected Ocean Vuong’s latest book, “The Emperor of Gladness,” as the newest title for her Oprah’s Book Club.
“I picked it because I thought it was some of the most beautiful writing I’ve experienced in my lifetime,” Oprah said on CBS Mornings. “I think it’s poetic literature, and I think that Ocean Vuong’s ability to capture the essence of just ordinary people is like nobody I’ve ever experienced.”
In an Instagram post, Ocean said, “I only wish my mom was alive to see this. Out of all the “achievements” a writer could have, this one would be the most legible and valued by her.”
Oprah reiterated her selection of the Vietnamese American’s work. “May I say, those of you who are Ocean Vuong fans understand what a beautiful writer he is,” Oprah said. “If you haven’t been introduced to him, he is one of America’s greatest treasures as writers. I mean, it’s one of the best books, I’ve ever ever read.”
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