It's been a while since the updated version of The Mekong-Turbulent Past, Uncertain Future' by Australian historian Milton Osborne 'rolled off the presses, but that doesn't change the fact that this book has lost any of its value.
I am not telling you a secret when I say that the influence of the Thai army on the social and political developments in the country in the last century has been indispensable. From coup to coup, the military caste not only managed to strengthen its position but also – and this until today – to maintain its grip on the country's government.
Book review: The Siamese Trail of Ho Chi Minh
A very long time ago I got to know two old-timers of the French Foreign Legion who were physically and psychologically marked by their - vain efforts - to save the smoldering remains of what was then Indochina from French colonial ambitions.
I'm not sure, but I think the number of Farang or expats who are wildly enthusiastic about Luk Thung can be counted on the fingers of one hand. I do know from a reliable source that some are charmed by the showgirls that belong inextricably to this pre-eminently Thai music genre, who usually support the performance with highly suggestive movements and ditto outfits…
Jim Thompson in 'The Burma deception' by Roel Thijssen
In June of this year there was an article on this blog with a book review of the sixth part in the Graham Marquand series of thrillers by the Belgian writer Roel Thijssen.
The creation of the Thai nation is usually viewed from a Western perspective. After all, the West helped make the country what it is today. The influence of the Chinese community is often lost sight of. With the publication of 'The Crown & the Capitalists, the ethnic Chinese and the founding of the Thai nation', writer Wasana Wongsurawat sheds new light on this.
Thai fever – book review from Thailandblog.nl
A relationship with a Thai woman is like a minefield. I can only come to this conclusion if I hold yet another book about relationships between Thai women and farang. In this case the well-known book by the writers Chris Pirazzi and Vitida Vasant.
'Expat exit' a new thriller by Patricia Snel
It has been several years since a female blog reader commented on an article, the subject of which I do not remember, frankly said that she had come to Thailand with her husband, but that the marriage had broken down. Whether the cause of the subsequent divorce has to do with the husband's adultery, I do not know, but it is quite conceivable in a country with so many beautiful and lovely ladies.
Following an article on Thailandblog of April 21, I can inform you that the book “Destination Bangkok”, in which a Dutch expat is mercilessly punished for his missteps in Bangkok, is now also available as an E-book.
Who is Prayuth Chan-ocha?
Since last Wednesday, a book about Prayuth Chan-ocha titled “His Name Is Tu” (Khao Cheu Tu) has been on the shelves of Se-Ed bookstores, a biography that has already been labeled a Thai bestseller.
'The Thai Language', a Dutch textbook
Tino Kuis reviews 'The Thai language, grammar, spelling and pronunciation', the first Dutch textbook and reference work for the Thai language. He's excited.
Book Week 2014 is all about travel
Nice to know is that the book week, which runs from Saturday 8 to Sunday 16 March, is all about travel. For the thirteenth time, NS is offering train passengers the opportunity to travel for free on presentation of the Book Week gift.
Me in Thailand, book for toddlers
Ikke in Thailand, the second part in the series Ikke op reis, is the first travel book about Thailand especially for toddlers and preschoolers. The picture book is available since May 18 and is published by Globekids Media. Author is Els den Butter, the illustrations are by Wikke Peters. The first part, Ikke going to fly, was published in November 2010. Ikke in Thailand is a sweet and sturdy book with funny, colorful illustrations for toddlers and preschoolers. Very nice …
Play with words. That's actually writing. This is what I think of when I leaf through the new book 'Free fall – an expat in Thailand' by Willem Hulscher. I have already made fans of his columns a bit curious by occasionally reporting on Thailandblog that the new book would appear in mid-February. I've owned the book titled Free Fall – An Expat in Thailand for a while now…
Free fall – an expat in Thailand
More is now known about Willem Hulscher's new book, 'Free fall – an expat in Thailand'. This will be published in February in just over two months. The new book is a follow-up to the booklet Vrije fall – an expat in Asia', published in 2007. The book will also be distributed in the Netherlands. The price is not known yet. As an indication, the previous book cost 500 baht (excluding shipping costs). Below are a few…
'Free fall, an expat in Asia' – book review from Thailandblog.nl
In this book review 'Free fall, an expat in Asia' is discussed. The book is written by Willem Hulscher. Some time ago I already published two stories by Willem on Thailandblog. Willem is able to describe Thai culture in his own way with a lot of humour. This book is therefore a must for anyone interested in Thailand.
After the Rush – book review from Thailandblog
This book review is again about an Ebook by the Australian author Bill Williams. It is a follow-up to his Ebook, “Pattaya Bargirls report”, which has already been discussed on Thailandblog.