Culture and customs of Thailand / Arne Kislenko.
2004
DS568 .K5 2004 (Mapit)
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Title
Culture and customs of Thailand / Arne Kislenko.
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ISBN
0313321280 (alk. paper)
9780313321283 (alk. paper)
9780313321283 (alk. paper)
Publication Details
Westport, Conn. : Greenwood Press, 2004.
Language
English
Description
xxviii, 192 p. : ill., map ; 25 cm.
Call Number
DS568 .K5 2004
Dewey Decimal Classification
959.3
Summary
Thailand is revealed as a country of progress and potential, mystery and exoticism, and openness and friendliness. Thailand is rapidly industrializing, dramatically improving the living standards of its people, and gradually developing a more democratic society. Despite such profound changes, traditional Thai culture has not only survived, but has also, in many respects, prospered. Although famous for its food, and despite its increasing popularity as a tourist destination, Thailand remains relatively unknown to most Westerners. Culture and Customs of Thailand presents the traditional culture and customs against the backdrop of modern times.
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Includes bibliographical references (p. [179]-185) and index.
Series
Culture and customs of Asia, 1097-0738
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Table of Contents
Thought and religion
Literature
Theatre, dance, music, and film
Art
Architecture and design
Cuisine and traditional dress
Gender, courtship, and marriage
Festivals and fun
Social customs.
Literature
Theatre, dance, music, and film
Art
Architecture and design
Cuisine and traditional dress
Gender, courtship, and marriage
Festivals and fun
Social customs.