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A Geek in Thailand: Discovering the Land of Golden Buddhas, Pad Thai and Kickboxing
Contributor(s): Houton, Jody (Author)

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ISBN: 0804844488     ISBN-13: 9780804844482
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
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Binding Type: Paperback - See All Available Formats & Editions
Published: January 2016
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BISAC Categories:
- Travel | Essays & Travelogues
- Travel | Asia - Southeast
Dewey: 915.9
LCCN: 2015949992
Physical Information: 0.6" H x 7.5" W x 9.9" L (1.40 lbs) 160 pages
Themes:
- Cultural Region - Southeast Asian
Features: Illustrated, Maps, Price on Product
Review Citations: Library Journal 02/15/2016 pg. 114
 
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Publisher Description:
A Geek in Thailand is a light-hearted but perceptive look at one of the world's most visited countries from the viewpoint of a young foreign resident.

More than just a Thai travel guide, it offers a concise but insightful take on Thailand for tourists, expats, would-be expats, and others--anyone, in fact, with interest in visiting or learning about the Land of Smiles.

Packed with short articles accompanied by sidebar stories and interviews and evocative color photographs, the author paints a vivid and revealing picture of a country built on a deep reverence for nation, religion and monarchy, yet with its own distinct, individualistic perspective.

Subjects range from the touchstones of Thai culture and history, such as its politics and economy, Buddhism and folklore, to chapters on traditional Thai design and craftsmanship, including its highly acclaimed architecture and fine silk textiles. There are also chapters on the globally popular Thai food and entertainment like kickboxing and cabaret. Chapters on the Thai character and cultural do's and don'ts will allow the reader to go beyond the Thai smile.

For visitors to the country, the author includes his top ten things to see and do in the main tourist destinations as well as an account of the principal festivals and tips on getting around.

 
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