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Vietnam 40 Years Later

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Vietnam 40 Years Later offers a vivid journey through Vietnam's diverse landscapes, from the bustling cities of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to the serene Mekong and Red River regions. Robert Dodge captures a nation in transformation, highlighting its rapid development alongside ongoing economic and political challenges, providing a fresh and insightful perspective on Vietnam’s renewed connections with the West.
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Ideal for readers interested in contemporary Southeast Asian culture, history, and geopolitical change, as well as those curious about Vietnam's evolving place in the modern world.

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From the watery and lush farmlands of the Mekong to the lush green rice paddies of the Red River region; from the crystal clear waters and sandy beaches of the coastline to the tropical mountains of the north; from the historic corridors of Hanoi to the bustling business, fashion, and media centre of Ho Chi Minh City, Dodge provides a captivating cross-section of a country that has shaken off its violent past and now appears to be in constant motion.

To be sure, Dodge's exploration reveals a country at a crossroads with serious economic and political challenges. But whatever Vietnam ultimately does to fix its economy or confront human rights issues, Dodge has provided viewers with a new and insightful perspective on a country that is once again connected to the United States and the West economically, politically, and militarily.

Vietnam 40 Years Later offers a thorough exploration of these themes, providing a nuanced understanding of a nation in transition. Dodge’s narrative captures both the progress and the ongoing struggles faced by Vietnam.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9788862083256

Publisher: Damiani

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 April 2014

Country: Italy

Imprint: Damiani

Illustration: Illustrated in colour throughout

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 295.0mm

Height: 215.0mm

Weight: 920g

Pages: 108

About the Author

Robert Dodge (born Miami Beach, Florida, 1952) is a commercial, editorial and fine arts photographer and writer in Washington DC. With more than 30 years in journalism and public relations, Robert is a seasoned communications professional. While photography has been a part of Robert's life since age 14, he spent more than 30 years as a newspaper writer and editor. He left The Dallas Morning News in 2006 where he had been a Washington correspondent for about 20 years. Robert believes that photography is often overlooked as a powerful tool in public affairs communications. Robert lives in Washington DC.

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