The Fall of an Empire and the Making of America: Vietnam

Embers of War: The Fall of an Empire and the Making of America's Vietnam

by Fredrik Logevall

4.7 out of 5

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By Stanley Karnow

The Fall of an Empire and the Making of America: Vietnam is a book by Stanley Karnow that chronicles the history of Vietnam from its colonial period to the Vietnam War. The book was first published in 1983 and has since become a classic work on the subject. Karnow, a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, draws on his extensive firsthand experience in Vietnam to provide a comprehensive and insightful account of the war.

The book begins with a brief overview of Vietnam's history, from its early days as a Chinese colony to its eventual independence in 1945. Karnow then traces the origins of the Vietnam War, from the French colonial period to the rise of Ho Chi Minh and the Viet Minh. The book provides a detailed account of the war, from the early years of the conflict to the American escalation in the 1960s and the eventual American withdrawal in 1973.

Karnow's book is notable for its comprehensive account of the war and its insightful analysis of the American role in the conflict. Karnow argues that the United States made a series of mistakes in Vietnam, including underestimating the strength of the Vietnamese people and the determination of Ho Chi Minh. He also argues that the United States failed to understand the political and cultural complexities of Vietnam, which led to a number of missteps during the war.

The Fall of an Empire and the Making of America: Vietnam is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Vietnam War. Karnow's book provides a comprehensive and insightful account of the conflict, and his analysis of the American role in the war is particularly valuable. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding one of the most important events in American history.

Reviews

"Karnow's book is a magisterial work, the definitive account of the Vietnam War. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the conflict." - The New York Times

"Karnow's book is a brilliant and devastating account of the Vietnam War. It is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand the war and its impact on America." - The Washington Post

"Karnow's book is a masterpiece. It is the best book ever written about the Vietnam War." - The Los Angeles Times

About the Author

Stanley Karnow (1925-2013) was an American journalist and author. He was a Pulitzer Prize-winning correspondent for Time magazine and The Washington Post, and he wrote extensively about the Vietnam War. His book The Fall of an Empire and the Making of America: Vietnam is considered a classic work on the subject.

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Embers of War: The Fall of an Empire and the Making of America's Vietnam

by Fredrik Logevall

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	1100 pages
File size	:	14200 KB
Screen Reader	:	Supported

FREE