The History of Vietnam

Everyone knows Vietnam for its turbulent environment during the second half of the 20th century, but few know that archaeologists believe that civilization there existed as far back as the Bronze Age. Vietnam's history runs rampant with clashing dynasties, civil wars and power struggles between the North and South, and conflicts with neighboring and other countries. First ruled under China's close watch for centuries, Vietnam fell under conflicting commands of France and Japan during the 19th and 20th centuries-finally leading to the split of North and South Vietnam, and ultimately, the Vietnam War. Today, Vietnam still struggles with its scars from the past, but is slowly emerging as its own country, independent of China and France. An essential addition for high school and public library shelves, The History of Vietnam is the only reference book to examine Vietnam's complete history, from the 2nd century BCE to the present.

Author: Justin Corfield
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Published: 03/01/2008
Pages: 184
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.94lbs
Size: 9.31h x 6.35w x 0.80d
ISBN: 9780313341939

Review Citation(s):
Reference and Research Bk News 05/01/2008 pg. 67

About the Author

Justin Corfield is a teacher of history and international studies at Geelong Grammar School. He is the author of Encyclopedia of Singapore (2006).