Windows to Vietnam: A Journey in Pictures and Verse (Hardcover)

~ (Author), Veita Jo Hampton (Author), Mark A. Ashwill (Foreword)

Editorial Reviews

Review

"...a literary and photographic delight...! "-- Mark A. Ashwill, Ph.D., Vietnam Country Director, Institute of International Education, Hanoi, Vietnam, June 2007

"Delightful, large-format color photographs celebrate the land and people of Vietnam - its vibrant colors, ancient way of life, and active lifestyle." -- Allison Martin, AdoptVietnam.org

Product Description

Windows to Vietnam - A Journey in Pictures and Verse is a 178 page book of more than140 incredible color photographs and 30 related poems about modern Vietnam. This masterful work of a California photographer and Tennessee poet is a collection of photographs and contemporary verse addressing the culture, people and dynamics of Vietnam today!

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 178 pages
• Publisher: Cheshire Publishing Company; 2nd edition (August 4, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0979431301
• ISBN-13: 978-0979431302
• Product Dimensions: 13.9 x 12.6 x 1.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #456,408 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Take this trip., July 17, 2007

By	Medusa - See all my reviews

What an enchanting journey to Vietman! The words and pictures of Windows provide a unique exposure to the culture, sights, sounds, smells, economy and lifestyle of Vietnam today. As you enjoy the beauty and history of Vietnam that this wonderful book brings to life, one must admire how Vietnam bridges its ancient past to its future. With images created by an insightful poet and brilliant photographs that speak to you, the authors weave their talents throughout every page to create a masterpiece.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Outstanding, January 11, 2008

By	Roser Giner (Barcelona, Catalunya) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I spent one month in Viêt Nam last year and although I shot more than 1800 pictures, may I say this is a wonderful and marvelleous book which has remembered me all my journeys. I recommend it to everybody who wishes to visit this amazing country.
I fell in love with Viêt Nam and their people. This is a different book; you have beautiful photographs far away from the ones you usually see in any publication shot by Scott Charles Clarkson; you read poems with a very special sensitivity written by Veita Jo Hampton and the Foreword written by Mark A. Ashwill is a must, before you start looking and reading the book.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Window to Vietnam, September 9, 2007

By	Gaylan K. Frederic (redondo beach, ca United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

More than simply a work of art or collection of jewels, "Window to Vietnam" is an equisite experience. It combines visual delight with intangible imagery to render a deep understanding of a multi-dimensional country... its past, present and the marvelous confluence of both. This book is a "coffee table must!" But don't be surprised to find yourself taking it to bed.