Fire in the Lake by Frances FitzGerald
The Vietnamese and the Americans in Vietnam
This book is an in-depth analysis of the Vietnam War from the perspective of the Vietnamese people and culture. The author explores the historical, cultural, and social factors that contributed to the conflict, providing a comprehensive understanding of the war beyond the American involvement. It delves into the roots of Vietnamese nationalism, the impact of French colonialism, and the ideological differences between North and South Vietnam, giving the reader a nuanced view of this complex period in history.
The 10886th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1972
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 500-600
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- 75 Books by Women Whose Words Have Changed the World (Women's National Book Association)
- Pulitzer Prize for Non-Fiction (Pulitzer Prize)