Bamboo in Vietnam 1st Edition

Bamboo in Vietnam (1st Edition) by Đinh Trọng Hiếu and Emmanuel Poisson is an immersive exploration of one of Vietnam’s most versatile and culturally rich natural resources. From the misty highlands of the North to the fertile floodplains of the Mekong Delta, this book reveals how bamboo shapes landscapes, livelihoods, and design across regions.

Discover the biological diversity of bamboo species in Vietnam, and learn how traditional knowledge and modern science converge to sustain artisanal crafts, rural economies, and resilient architecture. Through vivid prose and carefully curated visuals, the authors illuminate bamboo’s role in construction, furniture-making, basketry, and sustainable land management—offering both practical insight and cultural context.

Ideal for architects, conservationists, ethnobotanists, designers, and curious travelers, this volume balances field research with accessible storytelling. It highlights regional practices from Northern stilt houses to Central Vietnam’s woven goods and Southern riverside industries, making it an essential reference for anyone interested in Vietnamese craft, sustainable materials, and regional development.

Practical yet inspiring, the book also addresses contemporary opportunities: bamboo as a renewable resource, its potential in green building, and community-led conservation efforts. The 1st Edition combines local expertise with international perspective, providing fresh ideas for practitioners and thoughtful reading for collectors.

Bring home a definitive guide to Vietnam’s bamboo heritage—perfect for gifting, study, or adding to a professional library. Order your copy today and connect with the living tradition and future possibilities of bamboo in Vietnam.

Note: eBooks do not include supplementary materials such as CDs, access codes, etc.