Vietnam: An Illustrated History (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780781809108)

Complemented by more than 50 illustrations, this volume offers a panoramic view of Vietnam and its people. Its recounting of the story of Vietnam begins more than two thousand years ago, and progresses onward to the twenty-first century. Examining the major political, military, and social developments that have shaped Vietnam, it represents the perfect introduction to this vital country. Tragic and heroic-these two words capture the essence of Vietnam's history. These terms are consciously placed in sequence because no matter what difficulties Vietnam faces, there is a triumph in its people that transcends immediate troubles. The Vietnamese, a people historically dominated at various points by imperialist nations including China, Japan, France, and the United States, have never lost their identity. That alone is a remarkable feat, and a testament to the rich and deep culture that pervades Vietnamese society.

Author: Shelton Woods
ISBN-10: 078180910X
ISBN-13: 9780781809108
Publisher: Hippocrene Books
Language: English
Published: 02/01/2002
Pages: 186
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.45lbs
Size: 7.90h x 5.00w x 0.50d