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Street Without Joy: The French Debacle In Indochina (Stackpole Military History Series)
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First Published In 1961 By Stackpole Books, Street Without Joy Is A Classic Of Military History. Journalist And Scholar Bernard Fall Vividly Captured The Sights, Sounds, And Smells Of The Brutal And Politically Complicatedconflict Between The French And The Communistled Vietnamese Nationalists In Indochina. The French Fought To The Bitter End, But Even With The Lethal Advantages Of A Modern Military, They Could Not Stave Off The Viet Minh Insurgency Of Hitandrun Tactics, Ambushes, Booby Traps, And Nighttime Raids. The Final French Defeat Came At Dien Bien Phu In 1954, Setting The Stage For American Involvement And A Far Bloodier Chapter In Vietnams History. Fall Combined Graphic Reporting With Deep Scholarly Knowledge Of Vietnam And Its Colonial History In A Book Memorable In Its Descriptions Of Jungle Fighting And Insightful In Its Arguments. After More Than A Half A Century In Print, Street Without Joy Remains Required Reading.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Street Without Joy'? A: 'Street Without Joy' primarily focuses on the French military's experience during the Indochina War, detailing the complex and brutal conflict with the Vietnamese nationalists.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Street Without Joy'? A: The book is authored by Bernard Fall, a journalist and scholar renowned for his expertise in military history and Vietnam.
- Q: When was 'Street Without Joy' first published? A: 'Street Without Joy' was first published in 1961 by Stackpole Books.
- Q: What are the key themes explored in the book? A: Key themes include the challenges of colonial warfare, the tactics used by the Viet Minh, and the political complexities surrounding the French defeat in Indochina.
- Q: How many pages does 'Street Without Joy' have? A: 'Street Without Joy' contains 424 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is being sold in 'New' condition.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Street Without Joy' have? A: 'Street Without Joy' has a paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for readers interested in military history? A: Yes, 'Street Without Joy' is considered a classic in military history and is suitable for readers interested in understanding the complexities of the Indochina War.
- Q: What is the significance of the title 'Street Without Joy'? A: The title reflects the grim realities and the tragic experiences of soldiers and civilians during the Indochina conflict, emphasizing the lack of hope and joy in the face of war.
- Q: Has the book been updated since its original publication? A: Yes, 'Street Without Joy' was reissued in a second edition on February 16, 2018.