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This landmark study of the Vietnamese conflict, examined through the lens of the revolutionary and counter-revolutionary movements in the rural province of Long An up until American intervention in the area, offers a human, balanced, penetrating account of war. Two new forewords by Robert K. Brigham of Vassar College and Jeffrey Record of the Air War College explore the book's enduring influence. A new end chapter offers previously unpublished scholarship on the conflict.

Master Vietnamese with Learn Vietnamese - Word Power 101. This audiobook is a completely new way to learn Vietnamese vocabulary fast - and for free! Start speaking Vietnamese in minutes with the powerful learning methods you will master in this book. The vocabulary words you'll find in Learn Vietnamese - Word Power 101 were hand selected by our Vietnamese language teachers as the top 101 most frequently used words in the Vietnamese language.

Vietnamese girls are a minefield. A very hot minefield. We've got the hoochie-koochie, but we're also a load of trouble, and an enigma wrapped in a mystery. And a bowl of pho. We come on strong, then suddenly back away. We wear extremely revealing clothes, but faint at the mention of sex. And our college girls look like ladies of the night, while our ladies of the night look like college girls. Hey, it's Vietnam! It's Vietnamese dating culture. And this book is the complete guide to succeeding in it. Is it English practice or is it a date? Mack on college students without being creepy. ...

Embark on a tantalizing exploration of Vietnam's diverse and enchanting culinary landscape with this captivating eBook, "Vibrant Vietnam Flavors." Be prepared to immerse yourself in a world of vibrant tastes, captivating scents, and fascinating stories that form the heart of Vietnamese cuisine. Take an extraordinary culinary journey as the book leads you through the bustling streets of Hanoi, delving into the flavors of its rich street food culture and the influence of its many ethnic minorities. Savor the fresh coastal flavors of Central Vietnam and experience the ancient culinary ...

Want to immerse yourself in the Vietnamese language and speak at a native level? Curious about Vietnam and the culture? Then this audiobook is for you! With Advanced Vietnamese, you get Vietnamese-only lessons and learn the all about the country, culture, history, folklore, arts and popular destinations. Along the way, you'll pick up sophisticated expressions and advanced grammar.

Unlock the mysteries of a unique and harmonious belief system with Caodaism for Beginners: An Introduction to a Unique Belief System. This book is your gateway to understanding a religion that seamlessly blends the wisdom of Buddhism, Taoism, Confucianism, and more. Discover how this fascinating faith, born in Vietnam, unites diverse spiritual teachings under one roof, offering a path to unity, peace, and enlightenment. Explore the origins of Caodaism, rooted in divine revelation and mystical experiences. Learn about the key figures who played pivotal roles in the development of this ...

In 1973 US participation in the Vietnam War ended in a cease-fire and a withdrawal that included promises by President Nixon to assist the South in the event of invasion by the North. But in early 1975, when North Vietnamese forces began a full-scale assault, Congress refused to send arms or aid. By early April that year, the South was on the brink of a defeat that threatened execution or years in a concentration camp for the untold number of South Vietnamese who had supported the government in Saigon or worked with Americans.

Pick up the essentials of the Vietnamese language with this easy-to-use audio introduction. Covering everything from finding your way to talking about yourself, this Collins 40-minute audio can help you learn short and simple phrases quickly by just listening and repeating.

Based on traditional Vietnamese folk tales told to Violet Kupersmith by her grandmother, these fantastical, chilling, and thoroughly contemporary stories are a boldly original exploration of Vietnamese culture, addressing both the immigrant experience and the lives of those who remained behind. Lurking in the background of them all is a larger ghost—that of the Vietnam War, whose legacy continues to haunt us.

Vietnamese Phase 1, Unit 1 contains 30 minutes of spoken language practice, with an introductory conversation, and isolated vocabulary and structures. Detailed instructions enable you to understand and participate in the conversation. The lesson contains full practice for all vocabulary introduced in this unit.

A memoir of a South Vietnamese colonel's daughter, chronicling the tumultuous years growing up in the war-torn country of Vietnam and the abrupt and brutal regime change that forced her disruptive and disorienting coming of age between two vastly different cultures.

As an insurance investigator, Dave Brandstetter has spent his life unraveling suspicious deaths. Now, well into middle age, he has decided to retire for the sake of Cecil, the young TV reporter who loves and cherishes him, and has too often risked his own life for Dave’s work. But retirement does not come easily. An old friend in the public defender’s office asks Dave to help Andy Flanagan, a shiftless young man accused of murdering a Vietnamese businessman to defend the Old Fleet - a shantytown of houseboats that has been earmarked for development.

From Not Here to Be Liked author Michelle Quach comes a smartly funny, heartfelt story told in dual POV about a young woman roping in her childhood crush to act as an honorary male heir to fulfill her grandfather’s dying wish. A story about first love, familial duties, and finding yourself—perfect for fans of Emiko Jean and Loan Le.

American discussions of the Vietnam War tend to gloss over the period from 1972 to the final North Vietnamese offensive in 1975. But these were brutal times for America's South Vietnamese allies combined with a period of intense diplomatic negotiations conducted under the increasing reality that America had abandoned them.

It’s the summer before high school, and Ronny Nguyen finds herself too young for work, too old for cartoons. Her days are spent in a small backyard, dozing off to trashy magazines on a plastic lawn chair. In stark contrast stands her brother Tommy, the pride and joy of their immigrant parents: a popular honor student destined to be the first in the family to attend college. The thought of Tommy leaving for college fills Ronny with dread, as she contemplates the quiet house she will be left alone in with her parents, Me and Ba.

When Vietnamese American Freddie Lo finds herself in Vietnam for the first time since she was little, she's not quite sure how to feel. The memories of her extended family are more like distant echoes; she has a tough time speaking Vietnamese; and she can't help but feel like she just isn't Vietnamese enough. Still, this is her chance to reconnect with her family, especially her Ong ngoai—or grandfather—who is receiving a big award. That's when Ong ngoai reveals his secret.

Do you want to learn about Vietnamese culture, holidays and traditions? And, do you want to learn a bit of Vietnamese along the way? Then this is the audiobook for you. Learn Vietnamese: The Master Guide to Vietnamese Holidays for Beginners is designed for learners of all levels, and anyone interested in Vietnamese culture. You learn everything about must-know holidays: when, why, where, by whom they're celebrated, as well as the relevant Vietnamese words and phrases.

English for Vietnamese Speakers Phase 1, Units 6-10 build on material taught in prior units. Each lesson provides 30 minutes of spoken language practice, with an introductory conversation, and new vocabulary and structures. Detailed instructions enable you to understand and participate in the conversation.

Learn how to communicate on social media just like Vietnamese natives do on a daily basis. With this audiobook, you'll learn how to make comments, post your reactions, and ask questions on social media. You'll learn everything from catching up and asking what your friends are up to down to wishing them a happy birthday and much, much more.

This Vietnamese language course is designed for professionals in the medical and healthcare fields who wish to improve their communication skills with Vietnamese-speaking patients. While the course includes some essential 'universal' vocabulary and phrases that can be useful in various situations, its primary focus is on equipping you with the language skills necessary for medical scenarios, conversations, and the understanding of technical terminology.