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Siam, The Land Of The White Elephant

- As It Was And Is (1892)

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Siam, The Land Of The White Elephant: As It Was And Is is a book written by George Blagden Bacon in 1892. The book provides a comprehensive description of the history, culture, and society of Siam, which is now known as Thailand. The author, who was a diplomat and a scholar, draws on his personal experiences and observations to present a vivid picture of the country, its people, and its customs. He covers a wide range of topics, including the geography and climate of Siam, the religion and beliefs of its people, the royal court and government, the arts and literature, and the economic and social conditions of the country. The book also includes numerous illustrations and photographs that further enhance the reader's understanding of the subject. Overall, Siam, The Land Of The White Elephant: As It Was And Is is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of Thailand.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.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781120829146
  • Indbinding:
  • Hardback
  • Sideantal:
  • 360
  • Udgivet:
  • 7. december 2009
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x24 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 699 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 2. december 2024
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Siam, The Land Of The White Elephant: As It Was And Is is a book written by George Blagden Bacon in 1892. The book provides a comprehensive description of the history, culture, and society of Siam, which is now known as Thailand. The author, who was a diplomat and a scholar, draws on his personal experiences and observations to present a vivid picture of the country, its people, and its customs. He covers a wide range of topics, including the geography and climate of Siam, the religion and beliefs of its people, the royal court and government, the arts and literature, and the economic and social conditions of the country. The book also includes numerous illustrations and photographs that further enhance the reader's understanding of the subject. Overall, Siam, The Land Of The White Elephant: As It Was And Is is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of Thailand.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.

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