0804851212 
Paperback A brief history of Thailand : monarchy, war and resilience : the fascinating story of the gilded kingdom at the heart of Asia / Richard A. Ruth.
Publication year: 2021
Language: English
Media type Paperback
Resource type: Physical
ISBN: 9780804851213 (pbk.) :
Extent: 272 pages ; 21 cm
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Description:
Though Thailand has become known for its picturesque beaches and famous temples, there's much more to this popular holiday destination than many realise. This title 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.
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