Vietnamese folk poetry
John Balaban
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Vietnamese folk poetry
by John Balaban
Published
2003
Publisher
Copper Canyon Press
Pages
73
ISBN-10
1556591861
Description
"In Viet Nam, ca dao are folk poems - short lyrics passed down by word of mouth and sung without any instrumental accompaniment." "Near the end of the American war in Viet Nam, poet and translator John Balaban returned to Viet Nam to record ca dao. It is remarkable to imagine a young American traveling the countryside alone during wartime, walking up to farmers and fishermen, seamstresses and monks, and asking "Would you sing your favorite poems?"" "Ca Dao Viet Nam represents the first time that ca dao have been translated and collected into any Western language. For this revised, expanded bilingual edition, Balaban provides an insightful introduction about the importance of poetry to Vietnamese culture."--Jacket.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Vietnamese folk poetry?
This edition of Vietnamese folk poetry has approximately 73 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 Vietnamese folk poetry?
For most readers, Vietnamese folk poetry typically takes between 1h 31m and 1h 1m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 18,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 1h 13m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 3 days • Estimated word count: 18,250 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Vietnamese folk poetry?
The estimated word count for Vietnamese folk poetry is approximately 18,250 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.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Vietnamese folk poetry?
Vietnamese folk poetry was written by John Balaban.
When was Vietnamese folk poetry published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2003. The original work may have been published on a different date.