[PDF] The Vietnam A To Z eBook

Author : Bruce M. Lockhart
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 560 pages
File Size : 46,98 MB
Release : 2010
Category : Electronic books
ISBN : 0810876469

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Vietnam became part of French Indochina in 1887 and did not regain its independence again until after the Vietnam War. However, despite a relatively peaceful two decades the country experienced little economic growth because of conservative leadership policies. In an effort to change this stagnation, Vietnamese authorities have committed to economic liberalization and enacted structural reforms needed to modernize the economy and to produce more competitive, export-driven industries. The A to Z of Vietnam focuses on the recent changes and leadership of Vietnam while giving due attention to the earlier kingdoms, the period of French Indochina, the wars for liberation, the Vietnam War, and much more. Hundreds of cross-referenced A to Z dictionary entries are included on political, economic, social and cultural aspects as well as the major cities and geographic features. This book also contains a chronology and introduction that traces Vietnam's history, as well as a bibliography.

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Page : 0 pages
File Size : 23,57 MB
Release : 2014
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Bilingual text and creative illustrations help kids to learn the alphabet and discover more about Vietnam!.

Author : Elka Ray
Publisher :
Page : 48 pages
File Size : 12,71 MB
Release : 2012-08-27
Category : Vietnam
ISBN : 9781478213864

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With creative illustrations and bilingual English and Vietnamese text, this colorful ABC book introduces Vietnam's culture to small children.

Author : Edwin E. Moïse
Publisher : Scarecrow Press
Page : 520 pages
File Size : 28,71 MB
Release : 2005-07-21
Category : History
ISBN : 1461719038

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The Vietnam War is anything but a forgotten war. Even today, the strategies that led to an unexpected American defeat are hotly debated, and much remains controversial and unclear, which is not surprising given the nature of the combat in which the Vietnamese guerrilla warfare eventually won out over high-tech weaponry. The task of clarifying the issues without oversimplifying this complex war that impacted the world is undertaken by The A to Z of the Vietnam War: first in its chronology, then in its introduction, but mainly in a substantial dictionary section including hundreds of entries on significant persons (military and political), places, events, armed units, battles and lesser engagements, and weapons. And for those seeking further information, an extensive bibliography is included.

Author : Elka Ray
Publisher :
Page : pages
File Size : 11,62 MB
Release : 2021-04
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ISBN : 9780988370333

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Kids can explore Vietnam's colorful culture and landscape while learning their ABCs in this beautifully illustrated bilingual alphabet book.

Author : GB Tran
Publisher : Ballantine Group
Page : 286 pages
File Size : 14,26 MB
Release : 2013-05-01
Category : Comics & Graphic Novels
ISBN : 0345544498

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A superb new graphic memoir in which an inspired artist/storyteller reveals the road that brought his family to where they are today: Vietnamerica GB Tran is a young Vietnamese American artist who grew up distant from (and largely indifferent to) his family’s history. Born and raised in South Carolina as a son of immigrants, he knew that his parents had fled Vietnam during the fall of Saigon. But even as they struggled to adapt to life in America, they preferred to forget the past—and to focus on their children’s future. It was only in his late twenties that GB began to learn their extraordinary story. When his last surviving grandparents die within months of each other, GB visits Vietnam for the first time and begins to learn the tragic history of his family, and of the homeland they left behind. In this family saga played out in the shadow of history, GB uncovers the root of his father’s remoteness and why his mother had remained in an often fractious marriage; why his grandfather had abandoned his own family to fight for the Viet Cong; why his grandmother had had an affair with a French soldier. GB learns that his parents had taken harrowing flight from Saigon during the final hours of the war not because they thought America was better but because they were afraid of what would happen if they stayed. They entered America—a foreign land they couldn’t even imagine—where family connections dissolved and shared history was lost within a span of a single generation. In telling his family’s story, GB finds his own place in this saga of hardship and heroism. Vietnamerica is a visually stunning portrait of survival, escape, and reinvention—and of the gift of the American immigrants’ dream, passed on to their children. Vietnamerica is an unforgettable story of family revelation and reconnection—and a new graphic-memoir classic.

Author : Amar Gandhi
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 10,21 MB
Release : 2024-07-18
Category : Juvenile Fiction
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"Alphabet Adventures in Vietnam: Exploring from A to Z" is a vibrant and engaging children's book that takes young readers on a captivating journey through the heart of Vietnam, from the bustling streets of Hanoi to the tranquil waters of Ha Long Bay. Each letter of the alphabet reveals a unique aspect of Vietnamese culture, geography, and daily life, introducing children to the rich tapestry of this beautiful country. Through colorful illustrations and simple, easy-to-understand language, children aged 2-5 will discover the iconic Ao Dai dress, the legendary dragons, the traditional Tet festival, and much more. The book not only teaches the alphabet but also imparts valuable knowledge about Vietnamese traditions, landscapes, and wildlife, making learning a fun and immersive experience. "Alphabet Adventures in Vietnam" is more than just an ABC book; it's a gateway for young minds to explore and appreciate the diversity of the world around them. It's perfect for storytime, early learning, and cultural education, promising to spark curiosity and a love for discovery in every young reader.

Author : Hal Dareff
Publisher :
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 44,63 MB
Release : 1966
Category : Vietnam
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Vietnam's history and the events which led to American involvement in Vietnam. Grades 7-10.

Author : David L. Anderson
Publisher : Columbia University Press
Page : 329 pages
File Size : 23,86 MB
Release : 2002-07-10
Category : History
ISBN : 0231507380

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More than a quarter of a century after the last Marine Corps Huey left the American embassy in Saigon, the lessons and legacies of the most divisive war in twentieth-century American history are as hotly debated as ever. Why did successive administrations choose little-known Vietnam as the "test case" of American commitment in the fight against communism? Why were the "best and brightest" apparently blind to the illegitimacy of the state of South Vietnam? Would Kennedy have pulled out had he lived? And what lessons regarding American foreign policy emerged from the war? The Columbia Guide to the Vietnam War helps readers understand this tragic and complex conflict. The book contains both interpretive information and a wealth of facts in easy-to-find form. Part I provides a lucid narrative overview of contested issues and interpretations in Vietnam scholarship. Part II is a mini-encyclopedia with descriptions and analysis of individuals, events, groups, and military operations. Arranged alphabetically, this section enables readers to look up isolated facts and specialized terms. Part III is a chronology of key events. Part IV is an annotated guide to resources, including films, documentaries, CD-ROMs, and reliable Web sites. Part V contains excerpts from historical documents and statistical data.