Vietnam Now! a Vietnamese Language Reader: Stories and Essays about Contemporary Vietnam in Vietnamese and English (with Free Online Audio Recordings)

By Binh Ngo

Boost your language skills and discover contemporary Vietnam by reading real-life articles from Vietnamese newspapers, available in both Vietnamese and English

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 stalagmitesA popular Ho Chi Minh City food stall where two sisters serve BBQ pork to night owlsYoung people moving to a city with efficient public transport and attractive amenitiesFormer US and Vietnamese fighter pilots who fought in the Vietnam War and now meet regularlyAnd many more fascinating stories about contemporary life in Vietnam
Compiled and written by Professor Binh Ngo, a seasoned Vietnamese language instructor at Harvard University, this book is designed to deepen your understanding of both the language and the culture. It's a valuable addition to Tuttle's innovative series of language learning books, offering an engaging and enjoyable way to improve your language skills.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0804858047
• ISBN13: 9780804858045
• Release Date: January 2026
• Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 1.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"