Ghosts of War in Vietnam
Heonik Kwon
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Ghosts of War in Vietnam
by Heonik Kwon
Published
2013
Publisher
University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations
Pages
234
ISBN-13
9781107659421
Description
This is a fascinating and truly groundbreaking study of the Vietnamese experience and memory of the Vietnam War through the lens of popular imaginings about the wandering souls of the war dead. These ghosts of war play an important part in postwar Vietnamese historical narrative and imagination and Heonik Kwon explores the intimate ritual ties with these unsettled identities which still survive in Vietnam today as well as the actions of those who hope to liberate these hidden but vital historical presences from their uprooted social existence. Taking a unique approach to the cultural history of war, he introduces gripping stories about spirits claiming social justice and about his own efforts to wrestle with the physical and spiritual presence of ghosts. Although these actions are fantastical, this book shows how examining their stories can illuminate critical issues of war and collective memory in Vietnam and the modern world more generally.
Subjects
The Story of Philosophy
The Enduring Vision
La conquête du pain
A Study of History
History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire Complete and Unabridged
The Riddle of the Sands
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Ghosts of War in Vietnam?
This edition of Ghosts of War in Vietnam has approximately 234 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Ghosts of War in Vietnam?
For most readers, Ghosts of War in Vietnam typically takes between 4h 53m and 3h 15m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 58,500 words and common reading speeds.
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What is the word count of Ghosts of War in Vietnam?
The estimated word count for Ghosts of War in Vietnam is approximately 58,500 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
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Who is the author of Ghosts of War in Vietnam?
Ghosts of War in Vietnam was written by Heonik Kwon.
When was Ghosts of War in Vietnam published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2013. The original work may have been published on a different date.