Vietnam - Gary R. Hess

InVietnam, Gary R. Hess describes and evaluates the main arguments of scholars, participants, and journalists
both revisionist and orthodox in their approach
as they consider why the United States was unable to achieve its objectives. While providing a clear and well–balanced account of the existing historical debate, Hess also offers his own interpretation of the events and opens a dialogue about the usefulness of historical argument in reaching a deeper understanding of the conflict. This concise book is essential reading for students and teachers of the Vietnam War as it provides a clear and well–balanced account of existing historical debate and a thought–provoking look at the future of historical scholarship.