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Based on the incredible true story of one woman's journey to the exotic world of nineteenth-century Siam, the riveting novel that inspired The King and I. In 1862, recently widowed and with two small children to support, British schoolteacher Anna Leonowens agrees to serve as governess to the children of King Mongkut of Siam (present-day Thailand), unaware that her years in the royal palace will change not only her own life, but also the future...
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A collection of cherished fables, myths, legends and fairy tales from Thailand that have been passed down through generations of Thai families. The nine stories feature beautiful princesses, warring gods and goddesses, playful children, and wily tigers against a backdrop of traditional Thai village life. They deal with the universal values that parents everywhere want to teach their children, such as good versus evil, right versus wrong, and wisdom...
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Thailand's culture is a blending of the Buddhist religion and ancient traditions passed down through centuries. This interesting book describes how influences from surrounding countries such as India, China, Cambodia, and others in southeast Asia have helped to develop many of the colorful festivals celebrated today.
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"The neon pulse of Asia. When Americans venture to the other side of the Earth, they might as well be on another planet. Tokyo days, Bangkok nights follows the exploits of young travelers lost on the streets of two exotic, electric locales: Tokyo days: A gadget-geek in search of the latest in cool consumer tech discovers that every routine detail of daily existence causes a culture-clash. Featuring hyper, high-fashioned high school girls, over-the-top...
7) Thailand
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"Thailand is a Southeast Asian kingdom once known as Siam. Today, it's a popular tourist destination and a powerful economic force. Readers discover Thailand's past and present in this detailed guide. Featuring meticulously researched main text, engaging sidebars, and fun fact boxes, this reading experience allows readers to dive deeply into the details of Thailand's culture. Helpful maps and stunning photographs add a vibrant visual element to this...
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In the colorful tradition of Orwell and Hemingway, Maugham and Theroux, Jerry Hopkins recalls his first decade as a Bangkok expatriate by profiling twenty-five of the city's most unforgettable characters. Among them are the man thought to be the model for Colonel Kurtz in Apocalypse Now, an advertising executive who photographs Thai bargirls for Playboy, an Oscar-winning screenwriter who moved there to die, a Catholic priest who has lived and worked...
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"Take a trip to Thailand! Start in the city of Chiang Mai, which has a group of interesting old buildings surrounded by a moat. Then, hop in a boat to shop at a floating market. And don't forget to feed monkeys at the Lopburi Monkey Festival! Learn all about Thailand as you explore the country through this fun and engaging book"--
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A Geek in Thailand is a lighthearted look at Thailand from a young foreign visitor and resident's perspective. This alternative guide to Thailand offers a smart and concise take on Thai culture, entertainment, daily life--covering all the classics--but also revealing the path less traveled. In short articles accompanied by sidebars and numerous, colorful photographs, it paints a revealing picture of Asia's most popular travel destination. A Geek in...
19) Thailand
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Describes life in Bangkok, the capital of Thailand.
20) Thailand
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Presents the life of a girl in northern Thailand, discussing her family and the history, political system, and traditions of her country.