With generous selections from the documentary records, the book dispels distortions and illuminates in depth the many facets of the war, from Vietnam s history before the war, to Washington s insider policy making, to troop perspectives, to ...

The Vietnam War examines the conflict from its origins through to 1975 and North Vietnam¿s victory. This new revised edition is completely up-to-date with current academic debates and includes new source material.

Discusses the origins and legacy of the Vietnam War and its impact on the United States.

The volume thereby covers a wide geographical range-from Berkeley and Berlin to Cambodia and Canberra. The essays address political, military, and diplomatic issues no less than cultural and intellectual consequences of 'Vietnam'.

Drawing on fieldwork and analysis by an international team of specialists this book covers all aspects of contemporary Vietnam including recent history, the political economy, the reform process, education, health, labour market, foreign ...

The book offers a picture of a steely resolve in government circles that, while useful in creating consensus, did not allow for alternative perspectives.

The text features documents that foster discussion on the continuing debates about the causes, consequences and morality of the US intervention.

America and the Vietnam War: Re-examining the Culture and History of a Generation reconsiders the social and cultural aspects of the conflict that helped to fundamentally change the nation.

Have you heard much about the Vietnam War? Do you know someone who fought in it? In this book, we will take a closer look at this war that got the whole world’s attention.