Provides a visual analysis of the war, including the historical foundations as well as French and American involvement.

A country uncommonly rich in plants, animals, and natural habitats, the Socialist Republic of Vietnam shelters a significant portion of the world’s biological diversity, including rare and unique organisms and an unusual mixture of tropical and temperate species. This book is the first comprehensive account of Vietnam’s natural history in English. Illustrated with maps, photographs, and thirty-five original watercolor illustrations, the book offers a complete tour of the country’s plants and animals along with a full discussion of the factors shaping their evolution and distribution. Separate chapters focus on northern, central, and southern Vietnam, regions that encompass tropics, subtropics, mountains, lowlands, wetland and river regions, delta and coastal areas, and offshore islands. The authors provide detailed descriptions of key natural areas to visit, where a traveler might explore limestone caves or glimpse some of the country’s twenty-seven monkey and ape species and more than 850 bird species. The book also explores the long history of humans in the country, including the impact of the Vietnam-American War on plants and animals, and describes current efforts to conserve Vietnam’s complex, fragile, and widely threatened biodiversity.

• Waterproof • Tear-Resistant • Travel Map National Geographic's Map Pack of Vietnam has you covered, from the green rice fields in the north to the fascinating bustle of the Mekong Delta in the south. The entire country is shown in detail on these two Adventure Maps, Vietnam North and Vietnam South. Each map covers these areas in detail with points of interest, intricate road networks, and an index of places to help you find even the smallest town. Buy the Map Pack and save 15%! The Vietnam Map Pack includes: Map 3015 :: Vietnam North Map 3016 :: Vietnam South Every Adventure Map is printed on durable synthetic paper, making them waterproof, tear-resistant and tough — capable of withstanding the rigors of international travel. All proceeds from the purchase of a National Geographic map help support the Society's vital exploration, conservation, scientific research, and education programs. Map Scale = 1:650,000 Sheet Size = 25.5" x 37.75" Folded Size = 4.25" x 9.25"

The Vietnam Travel Map from Periplus is designed as a convenient, easy-to-use tool for travelers. Designed to fit easily into a purse or pocket and created using durable coated paper, this map is made to open and fold multiple times, whether it's the entire map that you want to view or one panel at a time. Following highways and byways, this map will show you how to maneuver your way to banks, gardens, hotels, golf courses, museums, monuments, restaurants, churches and temples, movie theaters, shopping centers and more, including ALL the places you'll want to visit on your trip! This 8th edition area maps and city plans are scaled to: Northern Vietnam 1:2,100,000 Southern Vietnam 1:2,100,000 Halong Bay 1:300,000 Hanoi 1:20,000 Ho Chi Minh City 1:20,000 Hue 1:20,000 Dalat 1:25,000 Nha Trang 1:20,000 Vung Tau 1:50,000 Hoi An 1:20,000 Considered the number one publisher of maps for foreign tourists and travelers in Asia, Periplus Travel Maps cover most of the major cities and travel destinations in the Asia-Pacific region. The series includes an amazing variety of fascinating destinations, from the multifaceted subcontinent of India to the bustling city-state of Singapore and the 'western style' metropolis of Sydney to the Asian charms of Bali. All titles are regularly updated, ensuring they keep up with the considerable changes in this fast-developing part of the world. This extensive geographical reach and attention to detail mean that Periplus Travel Maps are the natural first choice for anyone traveling in the region.