Brief History Of Thailand


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India And Thailand


India And Thailand
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Author : Tung Nath Dubey
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1990

India And Thailand written by Tung Nath Dubey and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1990 with East Indians categories.




Brief History Of Thailand


Brief History Of Thailand
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Author : Richard A. Ruth
language : en
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Release Date : 2022-02-15

Brief History Of Thailand written by Richard A. Ruth and has been published by Tuttle Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-02-15 with History categories.


Thailand is known for its picturesque beaches and famous temples, but there's much more to this popular holiday destination than many realize. A Brief History of Thailand offers an engaging look at the country's last 250 years--from coups and violent massacres to the invention of Pad Thai in the 1930's. Readers will learn the vibrant story of Thailand's emergence as a prosperous Buddhist state, its transformation from traditional kingdom to democratic constitutional monarchy and its subsequent rise to prominence in Southeast Asian affairs. Thailand's dramatic history spans centuries of conflict, and this book recounts many of these fascinating episodes, including: The true story of Anna Leonowens, the British governess hired to teach the children of King Mongkut, fictionalized in Margaret Landon's bestselling novel Anna and the King of Siam and turned into a hit Rodgers and Hammerstein musical and film, The King and I The bloodless Siamese Revolution of 1932 that established overnight the first constitutional monarchy in Asia, ending almost eight centuries of absolute rule and creating a democratic system of parliamentary government The Japanese invasion of Thailand and construction of the "Bridge Over the River Kwai" made famous by the novel and Oscar-winning film The mysterious death of King Ananda Mahidol, murdered in his bed in 1946, and a source of controversy ever since The development of Thailand as an international playground during the Vietnam War, when American military used it as rowdy destination for servicemen on furlough The 70-year reign of King Bhumibol Adulyadej, the world's longest-serving monarch, who was born in the U.S., educated in Switzerland, loved to play the saxophone and was idolized by his people With this book, historian and professor Richard A. Ruth has skillfully crafted an accessible cultural and political history of an understudied nation. Covering events through the King's death in 2016, A Brief History of Thailand will be of interest to students, travelers and anyone hoping to learn more about this part of the world.



A Brief History Of Thailand


A Brief History Of Thailand
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Author : Richard A. Ruth
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2021-09-14

A Brief History Of Thailand written by Richard A. Ruth and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-09-14 with History categories.


A Brief History of Thailand tells the vibrant story of Thailand's emergence--from its ancient beginnings to the present day. As the only Southeast Asian nation to escape European domination, Thailand has transformed from a traditional kingdom to democratic constitutional monarchy, along the way becoming an economic powerhouse in Southeast Asian affairs and dream travel destination. Told through an accessible narrative, this book covers Thailand's dramatic history, including: The true story of Anna Leonowens, the British governess hired to teach the children of King Mongkut in the early 1860s, later fictionalized in Margaret Landon's bestselling novel Anna and the King of Siam and turned into a hit Rodgers and Hammerstein musical, The King and I The invasion of Thailand by the Japanese and construction of the "Bridge on the River Kwai" made famous by the Pierre Boulle novel and Oscar-winning film The mysterious death of King Ananda Mahidol, murdered in his bed in 1946 and a source of controversy ever since The development of Thailand into a leading tourist mecca, which began during the Vietnam War when it was used as rowdy destination for American servicemen on breaks The 70-year reign of King Bhumibol Adulyadej, the world's longest-serving monarch who was born in the U.S., educated in Switzerland, loved to play the saxophone and was idolized by his people The bloodless Siamese Revolution of 1932 that established the first constitutional monarchy in Asia overnight Author and historian Richard A. Ruth also explains how Thailand became the only country in Southeast Asia to resist European domination, how Thai Buddhism has wrought profound political and social changes, how Thai cuisine has conquered the world and, more recently, how the consequences of globalization and military rule continue to reshape Thai society. Written for anyone with an interest in history, travel or Thai culture, this latest book in the Brief History series will transport readers to faraway lands filled with fascinating stories.



History Of Thailand


History Of Thailand
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Author : Captivating History
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2021-02-19

History Of Thailand written by Captivating History and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-02-19 with categories.


If you want to discover the captivating history of Thailand, then keep reading... Did you know that Thailand is the only country in Southeast Asia that a European power has not colonized? Thailand has seen its fair share of struggles. Today, the Thai government struggles to find its place in the world, oscillating between democracy and authoritarian regimes. Even though its name translates to "Land of the Free," it seems the country has some trouble living up to that name. This captivating guide to the Thai people and their history details the interesting events that led the country to where it is today. In this book, you will learn about the country's rich history, from when the first people settled the land hundreds of thousands of years ago to its modern-day role in the world. Although Thailand's prehistory and early rulers are discussed in the book, the book focuses more on Thailand's history after 1238, as this was the year the people broke free of the oppressive Khmer rule and adopted the name "Thai," which means "Free." Thailand was greatly influenced by the Western nations, which was one reason why a European power never conquered it. However, despite embracing Western ideas and intertwining them with their own culture, Thailand has not followed in the West's footsteps when it comes to governing, as the country has had only brief periods of true democracy. Learn how a country whose history is marked mostly by absolute monarchies and military dictatorships prides itself on its freedom. In this book, you will discover: Thailand's prehistory and early rulers The liberation from the Khmer Empire Thailand's golden age under the Sukhothai The powerful Ayutthaya Kingdom The Chakri dynasty, which still rules Thailand today 20th-century coups and rebellions And much more! So if you want to learn more about the History of Thailand, scroll up and click the "add to cart" button!



A History Of Thailand


A History Of Thailand
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Author : Chris Baker
language : en
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Release Date : 2014-05-30

A History Of Thailand written by Chris Baker and has been published by Cambridge University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-05-30 with History categories.


A History of Thailand offers a lively and accessible account of Thailand's political, economic, social and cultural history. This book explores how a world of mandarin nobles and unfree peasants was transformed and examines how the monarchy managed the foundation of a new nation-state at the turn of the twentieth century. The authors capture the clashes between various groups in their attempts to take control of the nation-state in the twentieth century. They track Thailand's economic changes through an economic boom, globalisation and the evolution of mass society. This edition sheds light on Thailand's recent political, social and economic developments, covering the coup of 2006, the violent street politics of May 2010, and the landmark election of 2011 and its aftermath. It shows how in Thailand today, the monarchy, the military, business and new mass movements are players in a complex conflict over the nature and future of the country's democracy.



The History Of Thailand


The History Of Thailand
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Author : Patit Paban Mishra
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2010

The History Of Thailand written by Patit Paban Mishra and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010 with Thailand categories.




A History Of Thailand


A History Of Thailand
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Author : Chris Baker
language : en
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Release Date : 2014-05-30

A History Of Thailand written by Chris Baker and has been published by Cambridge University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-05-30 with Political Science categories.


A History of Thailand offers a lively and accessible account of Thailand's political, economic, social and cultural history. This book explores how a world of mandarin nobles and unfree peasants was transformed and examines how the monarchy managed the foundation of a new nation-state at the turn of the twentieth century. The authors capture the clashes between various groups in their attempts to take control of the nation-state in the twentieth century. They track Thailand's economic changes through an economic boom, globalisation and the evolution of mass society. This edition sheds light on Thailand's recent political, social and economic developments, covering the coup of 2006, the violent street politics of May 2010, and the landmark election of 2011 and its aftermath. It shows how in Thailand today, the monarchy, the military, business and new mass movements are players in a complex conflict over the nature and future of the country's democracy.



Thailand S Political History


Thailand S Political History
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Author : B. J. Terwiel
language : en
Publisher: River Books Press Dist A C
Release Date : 2005

Thailand S Political History written by B. J. Terwiel and has been published by River Books Press Dist A C this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005 with Thailand categories.


"Thailand's Political History discusses developments in the Siamese state during the past two-and-a-half centuries. The fall of the old capital Ayutthaya provides the opening scene while the book ends with the massive investments in a modern infrastructure and the concomitant economic expansion at the close of the 20th century." "Among the topics discussed are taxation foreign trade and Chinese immigration. Three periods of crisis are dealt with in some detail: the confrontation with France in 1893, the military coup of 1932 and its aftermath and Thailand's role during World War II." "The author draws mainly upon contemporary sources, some of them hitherto overlooked, which lead him to bring forward fresh insights into Thailand's history during the past 250 years."--BOOK JACKET.



History Of The Thai Revolution


History Of The Thai Revolution
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Author : Thawatt Mokarapong
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1983

History Of The Thai Revolution written by Thawatt Mokarapong and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1983 with Revolutions categories.




A History Of Thailand


A History Of Thailand
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Author : Chris Baker
language : en
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Release Date : 2009-04-14

A History Of Thailand written by Chris Baker and has been published by Cambridge University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-04-14 with History categories.


The second edition of this book draws on new Thai-language research and brings the Thai story up to date.