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Vietnam: A History of the War (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780823436583)
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xA comprehensive overview of one of the most controversial wars in America's history written by masterful children's historian and Newbery Medalist Russell Freedman.
With prose that is clear, concise, and enthralling, Russell Freedman presents a detailed overview of the Vietnam war. Beginning with the rise of communism in Vietnam and detailing the increase of American involvement, Freedman then explains why, twenty years later, an exit was so difficult. In addition to explaining the complex beginnings of the conflict through the catastrophic damage the war caused, Freedman concludes with a hopeful epilogue on modern Vietnam. This is a definitive resource for young history readers as well as anyone who wants a concise and authoritative understanding of the Vietnam War, exploring both the American and Vietnamese perspectives. Freedman chronicles the history leading up to the war and the unfolding events in Vietnam and in the US as increasing numbers of young men were sent into the jungles to fight. Coverage includes the French war in Vietnam, the rise of Ho Chi Minh, the fall of President Diem, the Tonkin Gulf, the Tet Offensive, the My Lai massacre, the bombing of Cambodia, and the fall of Saigon, as well as the US anti-war movement. The book includes nearly 100 historic photographs and illustrations, as well as candid photographs showcasing the state of Vietnam today. A glossary, source notes, bibliography and index are included. A Junior Library Guild Selection
Author: Russell Freedman
ISBN-10: 0823436586
ISBN-13: 9780823436583
Publisher: Holiday House
Language: English
Published: 08/30/2016
Pages: 160
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.45lbs
Size: 10.10h x 7.20w x 0.90d
Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 8.8
Point Value: 5
Interest Level: Middle Grade Plus
Quiz #/Name: 184685 / Vietnam: A History of the War
Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 01/01/0001
Publishers Weekly 08/15/2016
Kirkus Reviews 08/01/2016 pg. 111
Kirkus Reviews Fall Preview 08/15/2016 pg. 53
School Library Journal 09/01/2016 pg. 188
Booklist 09/15/2016 pg. 46
School Library Journal 12/01/2016 pg. 39
Horn Book Magazine 01/01/2017 pg. 111
With prose that is clear, concise, and enthralling, Russell Freedman presents a detailed overview of the Vietnam war. Beginning with the rise of communism in Vietnam and detailing the increase of American involvement, Freedman then explains why, twenty years later, an exit was so difficult. In addition to explaining the complex beginnings of the conflict through the catastrophic damage the war caused, Freedman concludes with a hopeful epilogue on modern Vietnam. This is a definitive resource for young history readers as well as anyone who wants a concise and authoritative understanding of the Vietnam War, exploring both the American and Vietnamese perspectives. Freedman chronicles the history leading up to the war and the unfolding events in Vietnam and in the US as increasing numbers of young men were sent into the jungles to fight. Coverage includes the French war in Vietnam, the rise of Ho Chi Minh, the fall of President Diem, the Tonkin Gulf, the Tet Offensive, the My Lai massacre, the bombing of Cambodia, and the fall of Saigon, as well as the US anti-war movement. The book includes nearly 100 historic photographs and illustrations, as well as candid photographs showcasing the state of Vietnam today. A glossary, source notes, bibliography and index are included. A Junior Library Guild Selection
Author: Russell Freedman
ISBN-10: 0823436586
ISBN-13: 9780823436583
Publisher: Holiday House
Language: English
Published: 08/30/2016
Pages: 160
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.45lbs
Size: 10.10h x 7.20w x 0.90d
Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 8.8
Point Value: 5
Interest Level: Middle Grade Plus
Quiz #/Name: 184685 / Vietnam: A History of the War
Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 01/01/0001
Publishers Weekly 08/15/2016
Kirkus Reviews 08/01/2016 pg. 111
Kirkus Reviews Fall Preview 08/15/2016 pg. 53
School Library Journal 09/01/2016 pg. 188
Booklist 09/15/2016 pg. 46
School Library Journal 12/01/2016 pg. 39
Horn Book Magazine 01/01/2017 pg. 111
By Russell Freedman
xRussell Freedman (1929-2018) transformed non-fiction for children through his insightful narrative, comprehensive research, careful selection of photographs, and deep understanding of his subject matter. He was well known for his riveting biographies and masterful accounts of the history of the United States. One of the most honored writers for children, his many awards include the Newbery Medal, three Newbery Honor Medals, the Laura Ingalls Wilder Award, the May Hill Arbuthnot Honor Lecture Award and a National Humanities Medal. Major works include Freedom Walkers, Lincoln: A Photobiography, Because They Marched, The Wright Brothers: How They Invented The Airplane.
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