The book "Depicting the Historical Picture of Cochinchina" by author Nguyen Quang Dieu, published by Omega Plus, gives readers a different perspective on the people and land of ancient Cochinchina through records of historical events.
The work has nearly 150 vivid and valuable paintings/photos/maps, of which 24 pages are printed in color and some images are introduced for the first time.
Depicting the historical picture of Cochinchina, interpreting historical stories that took place in ancient Cochinchina from the time of Gia Long, Minh Mang, Le Van Duyet until the French invaded and established colonial rule.
Historical periods gradually emerged, from the time Nguyen Anh took refuge in Gia Dinh before the attacks of the Tay Son army, through many historical and cultural changes, stopping at the Great Depression of 1929-1933.
Cover of the book "Depicting the historical picture of Cochinchina" (Photo: Omega Plus).
Saigon was caught up in the global economic crisis, people's lives were in turmoil, and people left one by one. In the midst of the great crisis, they held out, waiting for a new normal.
Even in that situation, Saigon people still maintain a generous spirit, sharing community responsibility through many different forms of charity.
The historical picture of Cochinchina is written in a soft voice, ensuring clear citations and a well-organized and methodical presentation of content.
Along with the stories are valuable illustrations, adding a few touches to the overall picture of Cochinchina in general and Saigon in particular.
Nguyen Quang Dieu, 40 years old, born in Tam Ky (Quang Nam), currently lives and works in Saigon.
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