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Hanoi's War: An International History of the War for Peace in Vietnam

Lien-Hang T. Nguyen
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Hanoi's War: An International History of the War for Peace in Vietnam

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2012

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Lien-Hang T. Nguyen

Hanoi's War: An International History of the War for Peace in Vietnam

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2012
Book Details
Pages

461

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Modern Classic Fiction
Setting

Vietnam • 1960s-1970s

Topic
Military & War

Politics & Government

World History
Publication Year

2012

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Hanoi's War: An International History of the War for Peace in Vietnam, Lien-Hang T. Nguyen explores Vietnam's internal and international dynamics during the war. The book emphasizes North Vietnamese leadership strategies, diplomatic efforts, and their global impact, revealing key insights into the war's political landscape and Hanoi's role in seeking peace.

Informative

Mysterious

Challenging

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

4.3

357 ratings

84%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

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Lien-Hang T. Nguyen's Hanoi's War: An International History of the War for Peace in Vietnam receives praise for its in-depth analysis and fresh perspectives on Vietnamese diplomacy. Critics commend Nguyen's use of new sources but note the dense narrative can be challenging. Overall, it is an essential read for those interested in Vietnamese and Cold War history.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Hanoi's War: An International History of the War for Peace in Vietnam?

A reader interested in Hanoi's War would likely enjoy deep dives into international relations and Vietnam War history, as seen through a Vietnamese perspective. Similar audiences may appreciate The Vietnam War: An International History in Documents by Charles Neu or Embers of War by Fredrik Logevall.

4.3

357 ratings

84%

Loved it

12%

Mixed feelings

4%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

461

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Genre
Modern Classic Fiction
Setting

Vietnam • 1960s-1970s

Topic
Military & War

Politics & Government

World History
Publication Year

2012

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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