To grasp the complicated causes and consequences of the Vietnam War, one must understand the extraordinary life of Ho Chi Minh, the man generally recognized as the father of modern Vietnam. Duiker provides startling insights into Ho's true motivation, as well as into the Soviet and Chinese roles in the Vietnam War.
A world-renowned authority on Vietnam delivers an immensely captivating portrayal of Ho. Riveting and impeccably researched, "Ho Chi Minh" is a stunning and revelatory portrait of an extraordinary man whose life holds the keys to understanding a conflict that continues to divide and confound Americans. 32 photos.