ISBN: 978-0-615-356-73-2
Author: Truong Buu Lam
Title: A Story of Vietnam (1st Edition)
Genre: Histories (Historical Fiction & Non-Fiction)
Copyright © 2010 Trương Bửu Lâm
Publishers: The Editions Thanh Cao (Honolulu, Hawaii) & Outskirts Press, Inc. (Denver, Colorado)
"A Story of Vietnam" was given to me by my big brother as a gift. It's one of the most valuable gifts that anyone could have given to an individual of Vietnamese heritage who was born and/or grew up in a new land or another country, other than Vietnam, like myself. I received and read this book with keen appreciation and much respect for my big brother and Dr. Truong Buu Lam, the author of "A Story of Vietnam."
As a proud Vietnamese American, I am also learning to cherish my Vietnamese heritage and "A Story of Vietnam" has opened the door to the discovery of my heritage.
The author's writing style is one of fluidity and conciseness. Dr. Lam wrote this book with the "story-telling" style and I love it! It's so interesting with unabated events in every chapter, nothing like our boring, traditional text books. It's actually NOT a textbook. It's a good story book, period! I am still amazed at how much I've learned from just one book. With some rare photos and great poems in it, make this book even more fun to read. If you like poetry, here's your chance to indulge yourself in some very unique poems that you probably wouldn't be able to find anywhere else, not in English versions for sure. Thus, I am proud to recommend this book to just anyone. Hint: you don't have to like histories to enjoy reading this book.
What lesson did I take away from "A Story of Vietnam"? For me, it's not really a lesson, it's more of a very precious discovery. The author has helped me realize that my heritage is a heritage of honor, pride, and courage. As a reminder for me to be proud and to never forget that, no matter where I might be living and what I might have accomplished in life. I will not tell you more, you'll just have to read it to validate my claim here. I hope you'll enjoy reading "A Story of Vietnam" as much as I did, and still do.
I like this book so much that I decided to make a video clip to introduce it to friends across the globe on YouTube. In my video clip, I also featured the beautiful countryside, riverside, and sunset images of the enchanting Vietnam. The audio of the clip is from two classic popular songs: "Về Dưới Mái Nhà" of Y Vân [1933-1992] (performed by Thế Sơn, Trần Thái Hoà, & Quang Lê) and "Bến Xuân" of Văn Cao [1923-1995] (performed by Khánh Ly & Trần Thái Hoà).
To watch my video clip featuring this book on YouTube, click on the link below:
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Dr. Truong Buu Lam, a humble and highly respected Specialist of Southeast Asian History, is a retired Professor of History, University of Hawaii at Manoa. Dr. Lam is the author of Patterns of Vietnamese Response to Foreign Intervention (1968); New Lamps for Old (1982); Resistance, Rebellion, Revolution (1984), and Colonialism Experienced (2000).
A true patriot of Vietnam, Dr. Lam is also editor of the collections Patterns of Vietnamese Response to Foreign Intervention, 1858-1900 and Borrowings and Adaptations in Vietnamese Culture.
Dr. Lam is currently residing in Hawaii with his beloved and devoted wife, Vo Le Thanh Diep. They have one son, Lam Son, who is working for the New York City Board of Education, while pursuing his Ph.D. in Education Administration.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Dr. Truong Buu Lam, a humble and highly respected Specialist of Southeast Asian History, is a retired Professor of History, University of Hawaii at Manoa. Dr. Lam is the author of Patterns of Vietnamese Response to Foreign Intervention (1968); New Lamps for Old (1982); Resistance, Rebellion, Revolution (1984), and Colonialism Experienced (2000).
A true patriot of Vietnam, Dr. Lam is also editor of the collections Patterns of Vietnamese Response to Foreign Intervention, 1858-1900 and Borrowings and Adaptations in Vietnamese Culture.
Dr. Lam is currently residing in Hawaii with his beloved and devoted wife, Vo Le Thanh Diep. They have one son, Lam Son, who is working for the New York City Board of Education, while pursuing his Ph.D. in Education Administration.
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"A STORY OF VIETNAM" ORDERING INFORMATION
1) Publication by the Editions Thanh Cao, Honolulu, Hawaii: http://www.astoryofvietnam.com/purchase
Paperback, 386 pages, shipping included: $12.95/copy for 1 copy, $11.95/copy for 10-19 copies, $10.95/copy for 20 or more copies. Add $2.00/copy for destinations outside of USA.
PDF file: $3.00
2) Outskirts Press Bookstore Website: http://outskirtspress.com/webpage.php...
6 x 9 Paperback, $18.95
Instant E-Book, $5.00
As of the date of this review, five of Dr. Lam's books are also available for purchase through Amazon.com, including "A Story of Vietnam" (Paperback, $18.95).
NOTE: All prices shown are in USD (United States Dollars) and may be subject to change without notice.
Dr. Truong Buu Lam reviewed two of my novels. I would like you to look at my two novels and give a view. thanks. Uyen Nicole Duong
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