Sacred Mountains of Northern Thailand: And Their Legends

by Donald K. Swearer, Phaithoon Dokbuakaew, Sommai Premchit

Book Overview

The mountains of northern Thailand constitute part of northern Thai identity. They inspire fear and awe, respect and love, curiosity and creative imagination. They define both the physical and mental landscape of northern Thailand.

Drawing on the legendary histories of three mountains in the region--Doi Ang Salung Chiang Dao, Doi Suthep, and Doi Kham--coauthor Donald Swearer explores the various ways that mountains in northern Thailand are...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9749575482
• ISBN13: 9789749575482
• Release Date: August 2004
• Publisher: University of Washington Press
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 0.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 5.7" x 8.2"
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher