Publisher's Synopsis
""Thailand: An Introduction to Modern Siam"" is a comprehensive book written by Noel F. Busch, providing an in-depth look at the history, culture, society, politics, and economy of Thailand. The book covers the period from the early 20th century to the present day, exploring the country's transformation from an absolute monarchy to a constitutional monarchy, and its emergence as a major player in Southeast Asia. The author delves into the country's rich cultural heritage, including its art, music, and cuisine, and examines the challenges facing modern Thailand, including economic development, political instability, and social inequality. With its engaging writing style and wealth of information, ""Thailand: An Introduction to Modern Siam"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in learning more about this fascinating country.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
