A Brief History of Thailand: Monarchy, War and Resilience: The Fascinating Story of the Gilded Kingdom at the Heart of Asia

by Richard A Ruth and Richard A. Ruth

Thailand is known for its picturesque beaches and famous temples, but there's much more to this popular holiday destination than many realize.

A Brief History of Thailand offers an engaging look at the country's last 250 years--from coups and violent massacres to the invention of Pad Thai in the 1930's. Readers will learn the vibrant story of Thailand's emergence as a prosperous Buddhist state, its transformation from traditional...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0804851212
• ISBN13: 9780804851213
• Release Date: March 2022
• Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
• Length: 352 Pages
• Weight: 0.96 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 5.3" x 7.9"