Inspiration Vietnam

Vietnamese people have gone through a lot in the last 150+ years. American War, development of the communist state, fleeing the country. Many stories deal with aspects of these times

Ru – Kim Thuy.

The Beauty of Humanity Movement – Camilla Gibb. Beautifully told, full of delicate observations of life in Hanoi.

The Sympathizer– Winner of the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction by Viet Thanh Nguyen. Life was tough in the transition times.

Francois Jadov– Under the Sign of the Blue Dragon. Beautiful journal of her travels in Vietnam- very inspiring to visit the place as well as a working method.

Carol Howland Dragons on the Roof- A year in Vietnam a collection of anecdotes of her year in Vietnam, very insightful for a feel of the culture and a liberal sprinkling of Vietnamese history. Great preparation for a visit to the country to help you understand its wealth of history and people.

Vu Trong Phung Dumb Luck Vietnamese Classic originally appearing in serial form in the 1930’s following the exploits of ‘Red Hiared Xuan’
Andrew X Pham Catfish and Mandala Born in the 60’s just after the American war, Pham was raised in America this is the story of a young man learning more about his adopted homeland and the land of his birth.

Foodie

Vietnam Cultural Traveller Publication- The Cuisine of Viet Nam- Nourishing a Culture Very interesting collection of essays looking at the cuisine of Vietnam as it has developed over the course of the history of the country, a country which is rich in natural resources and one which foreign invades have come and left their mark over the millennium only to be sent packing by that unique force that is “Vietnamese”. Cooking and history

Bobby Chinn Wild, Wild East- Recipes and Stories from Vietnam yum! Cooking

History

Pham Xanh Ho Chi Minh Ho Chi Minh is the father of modern Vietnam, the inspiration for their independence from foreign powers and pride in their identity, Very much a revered person to this day.

Through Vietnam’s Eyes A selection of short stories from Viet Nam News Sunday edition. Very enjoyable

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Creative Arts Safaris offers craft, textile & travel sketching tours to exotic locations.

We offer fully escorted small group tours and travelling workshops with respected tutors.

On tour we like to get our hands dirty taking workshops, exploring locations and culture. We include lots of local experiences as well as visiting iconic sites.

Crafts, travel sketching and textiles are our passion.

Our friendly groups are inclusive. They are companionable and well organized allowing a relaxed adventure, great for solo travellers.

They include pickup & drop to airport, accommodation, group travel, sightseeing, workshops, and most meals. Almost everything EXCEPT the shopping – that is your job. Help the local economy.