Vietnam Now!Vietnam Now!

"This innovative language book features 28 authentic articles from Vietnamese newspapers, one contemporary short story, and two original poems -- each presented side-by-side in parallel Vietnamese and English texts. The articles are graded for beginners, intermediate learners, and advanced students, and are accompanied by vocabulary lists, grammar and cultural notes, exercises, and access to online native-speaker audio recordings. Perfect for classroom use or independent study, this book offers an immersive way to learn about Vietnam through its vibrant culture and everyday life. Inside, readers will explore topics such as: Stunning caves with underground lakes, wavelike ceilings, stalactites, and stalagmites. A popular Ho Chi Minh City food stall where two sisters serve BBQ pork to night owls. Young people moving to a city with efficient public transport and attractive amenities. Former US and Vietnamese fighter pilots who fought in the Vietnam War and now meet regularly. And many more fascinating stories about contemporary life in Vietnam!"--