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A History of Thailand

by Pasuk Phongpaichit, Chris Baker
A History of Thailand
A History of Thailand

Comprehensive chronological journey through Thailand's evolution.

If you're intrigued by the rich tapestry of Thai culture and history, "A History of Thailand" offers a deep dive that's both accessible and enlightening. It's a great pick for you if you’re looking to understand the complexities of Thailand's political, social, and economic developments right from its early days to contemporary times. The authors, Baker and Phongpaichit, leverage extensive research to provide an insightful narrative that's bound to leave you with a profound understanding of this vibrant nation.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

A History of Thailand

by Pasuk Phongpaichit, Chris Baker
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ISBN: 9780521759151
Authors: Pasuk Phongpaichit, Chris Baker
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Date of Publication: 2009-06-30
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Politics, Travel, History
Related Topics: History, History, World History, Historical, Politics, Asia
Goodreads rating: 3.95
(rated by 667 readers)

Description

In A History of Thailand, Chris Baker and Pasuk Phongpaichit reveal how a world of mandarin nobles and unfree labour evolved into a rural society of smallholder peasants and an urban society populated mainly by migrants from southern China. They trace how a Buddhist cosmography adapted to new ideas of time and space, and a traditional polity was transformed into a new nation-state under a strengthened monarchy. The authors cover the contests between urban nationalists, ambitious generals, communist rebels, business politicians, and social movements to control the nation-state and redefine its purpose. They describe the dramatic changes wrought by a booming economy, globalization, and the evolution of mass society. Finally, they show how Thailand's path is still being contested by those who believe in change from above and those who fight for democracy and liberal values. Drawing on new Thai-language research, this second edition brings the Thai story up to date and includes a new section on the 2006 coup and the restoration of an elected government in 2008.
 

Comprehensive chronological journey through Thailand's evolution.

If you're intrigued by the rich tapestry of Thai culture and history, "A History of Thailand" offers a deep dive that's both accessible and enlightening. It's a great pick for you if you’re looking to understand the complexities of Thailand's political, social, and economic developments right from its early days to contemporary times. The authors, Baker and Phongpaichit, leverage extensive research to provide an insightful narrative that's bound to leave you with a profound understanding of this vibrant nation.

Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.