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“I can't believe only 158 people have read this, I must have the wrong version.
Matt O wrote this review Tuesday, September 15 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
Because this is a classic, must read. ”
“Everyone should read this book to get a better understanding of American diplomacy”
Marie K wrote this review Monday, September 14 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Great story, sadly still valid. See mini-review at http://relaxandhavefun.com/?p=127”
John Crippen wrote this review Sunday, March 1 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“A shocking and thought-provoking study of the arrogance and detrimental mind-shift that occurred when American government employees were sent to work in cultures unlike their own, this book has not lost any of its impact nor relevance with today’s global markets. Although Lederer and Burdick plundered their personal experiences in Southeast Asia’s American diplomatic circles, the views, actions and (sometimes) devastating consequences are applicable to any aspect of American interaction abroad. Some characters are sympathetic, others are vile caricatures, but all are identifiable and provide a lesson for how we are viewed on the global stage. Mandatory reading for ANY American traveling abroad.”
wurd nurd wrote this review Saturday, February 21 2009. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Excellent, and just as relevant today as when it was written.”
Sara DVS wrote this review Saturday, September 20 2008. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“This one has all the earmarks of lasting literature.”
benjap wrote this review Friday, May 16 2008. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“This book had a profound affect on me. I read it just before joining the Peace Corps. ”
Dana H wrote this review Thursday, May 8 2008. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Excellent old book - lovely sub-stories within the main theme.”
pankajsapkal wrote this review Thursday, January 10 2008. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No“This is an interesting piece of history, and facinating to read with some external insight into its historical significance. However, as a novel it isn't all that great. I especially hate how easy these authors make it look to learn languages, esp. East Asian languages.”
marysnyder wrote this review Friday, December 14 2007. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
“Read this book to gain perspective on international policy. Loved it.”
Stephanie N wrote this review Thursday, December 6 2007. ( reply | permalink ) Was this review helpful? Yes | No
