From the beaches of the south to the mountains of the north, Thailand is a beautiful and diverse land. Thailand: The Golden Kingdom encapsulates Thai history, culture, and art in one compact volume. It gives an endearing portrait of Thailand's multi-ethnic population, the people's beliefs and ways of life and sets it in an historical and cultural context. Over 140 stunning color photographs illustrate the clear, insightful text about all aspects of one of Asia's most fascinating places.
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William Warren, born in the southern part of the United States, has made his home in Thailand since 1960. he is the author of a number of publications on Thai life and culture including Tropical Asian Style and Thai Garden Style, both published by Periplus.
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This is a great coffee table book! At a reasonable price. It is loaded with beautiful photography of many different aspects of Thailand. If you love Thailand you will love this book. If you know nothing of Thailand this book will make you want to learn more. When your friends see it they will be ooing and aawing.
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This was a gift for a friend that loves Thailand and lived and traveled there extensively. He loved this book. It is a great reminder of all he loved about such a beautiful country.
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I'm enjoying this book. The jacket is a little worn, but not like I wasn't informed. The text is interesting and the pictures are nicely done. This is a most enjoyable book. The service of delivery was quite satifactory! Thanks!
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The earliest inhabitants of what is today Thailand are known only in shadowy form, through the assorted tools and ornaments they created. Read the first page Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Chiang Mai, Chao Phraya, Loy Krathong, Central Plains, Grand Palace, King Chulalongkorn, Gulf of Thailand New!
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The earliest inhabitants of what is today Thailand are known only in shadowy form, through the assorted tools and ornaments they created. Read the first page Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
Chiang Mai, Chao Phraya, Loy Krathong, Central Plains, Grand Palace, King Chulalongkorn, Gulf of Thailand New!
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- Traditional Festivals in Thailand (Images of Asia) by Ruth Gerson in Back Matter
- The Arts of Thailand by Steve Van Beek in Back Matter
- The Bridge over the River Kwai by Pierre Boulle in Back Matter
- Jim Thompson by William Warren in Back Matter
- Ancient Capitals of Thailand by Elizabeth Moore in Back Matter
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- Headwraps: A Global Journey by Georgia Scott in Back Matter
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