Books

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Title Authors Description OpenBook ID
Rebellion in Southern Thailand Rebellion in Southern Thailand Thanēt ʻĀphō̜nsuwan. This study addresses the competing histories of Thailand and Patani beginning in the fourteenth century up to the mid-twentieth century. It provides an explanation of the causes of ongoing political … OL11744391W
Legitimacy crisis in Thailand Legitimacy crisis in Thailand Marc Askew ix, 328 p. ; 23 cm OL16643249W
State structure and economic development in Southeast Asia structuring development State structure and economic development in Southeast Asia structuring development Antoinette Raquiza "This book considers late developing market economies, exploring the differences in performance in these economies, which are particularly vulnerable to political turmoil, crony capitalism and extern… OL16643864W
Siamese state ceremonies Siamese state ceremonies H. G. Quaritch Wales Wales had a unique access to the royal court of Siam and his book describes the royal rituals which were carried out by Brahminical priests in Bangkok. As he says Brahminical Hinduism predated Buddhi… OL2606662W
Thailand's secret war Thailand's secret war E. Bruce Reynolds This book is an absorbing account of secret operations and political intrigue in wartime Thailand. During World War II Free Thai organizations cooperated with Allied intelligence agencies in an effor… OL3934095W
The end of the absolute monarchy in Siam The end of the absolute monarchy in Siam Benjamin A. Batson On abdication of Prajadhipok, King of Siam, 1893-1941 in 1932 peaceful coup dʼʹetat leading to beginning of constitutional era in Thailand. OL4267596W
Democracy and national identity in Thailand Democracy and national identity in Thailand Michael Kelly Connors "This book seeks to illuminate how Thai elites have used democracy as an instrument for order and discipline. Drawing on interviews, numerous Thai language sources, and critical theory, the author re… OL5702952W