The filmed introduction of James Bond in 'Dr. No' in 1962 introduced Western cinema audiences to a world that stimulated their imagination and took them to exotic places that most could only dream of at the time: Jamaica, the Bahamas, Istanbul, Hong Kong and, of course, Thailand.
Western writers in Bangkok – the Bangkok noir scene
On this blog I have regularly discussed Western writers of all stripes who, for one reason or another, have or had a connection with the Thai capital. Many of them have meanwhile, contrary to their work, given up and are resting on their - no doubt well-deserved - laurels in the Panthenon of the Great and Not So Great Authors.
Books in Bangkok
Those who read my pen fruits on this blog may have noticed a few times that I am a book lover pur sang.
Book review: Thai cuties
The book 'Thai cuties' by Charles Schwietert is the umpteenth in the series of books about the relationships between farang and Thai ladies. The book is a representation of true events and that always gives an extra dimension to the story.
A book that I purchased almost immediately after its publication was “Encounters in the East – A World History” by Patrick Pasture, professor of European and world history at KU Leuven.
Reading material for bookworms
What are you doing now that we all have to stay indoors as much as possible? For the bookworms it might be nice to give each other some recommendations. Let's take a look in my bookcase with only about sixty Thailand related books and see what beautiful things are in between.
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Nice children's books about Thailand?
I hope everyone is doing well. I have a small favor to ask. This Christmas holiday my two children and I are going on holiday to Thailand for the first time (we really can't wait!). To prepare them a bit and to stimulate their curiosity, I am looking for children's books about Thailand.
Book sale at Neilson Hays Library in Bangkok
Bookworms should head to Bangkok this week for the popular book sale in and around the beautiful Neilson Hays Library. This book sale will take place from 14 to 22 May at 9:30 am – 17:00 pm.
'An old friend', a short story by Chart Korbjitti
'An Old Friend', a short story by the Thai writer Chart Korbjitti, describes a meeting with an old friend against the background of the events of October 6, 1976. Some find it impossible to let go of the past, others are more successful. Tino Kuis translated it for us.
Sri Thanonchai, The Asiatic Thyl Ulenspiegel
Sri Thanonchai is a character in a series of stories, usually cast in ancient poetic form, that have been circulating orally for several hundred years in Thailand and also in the surrounding countries such as Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam and Burma.
Tip: April-May book market with great discounts
Dear (book) readers, there is good news for the bookworms among us. There is currently a digital book market going on in Thailand. Who knows, there is also a nice book for you with a nice discount.
The Bookworm, an interview with Trasvin Jittidecharak
Trasvin Jittidecharak is the publisher and owner of Silkworm Press, a long-established and respected publishing house in Chiang Mai. Her mother founded the Suriwong Book Center there, Chiang Mai's first and largest bookstore. Silkworn has published more than 500 books in the past thirty years. Trasvin also founded the Mekong Press Foundation which, funded by the Rochefeller Foundation, publishes books on cross-border topics and supports local writers and translators.
Why don't Thais read books?
There is no reading culture in Thailand. Independent reading, and so often that it has become a habit that lasts and determines throughout life, is not there, according to Professor Aurasri Ngamwittayaphong.
CITY OF ANGELS – A Murder Story in 30 Chapters (Ending)
On Thailandblog you can read the pre-publication of the thriller 'City of Angels' which, as the title suggests, takes place entirely in Bangkok and was written by Lung Jan. Today the last two chapters.
On Thailandblog you can read the pre-publication of the thriller 'City of Angels' which, as the title suggests, takes place entirely in Bangkok and was written by Lung Jan. We are approaching the end. Today chapter 26 + 27 +28.
On Thailandblog you can read the pre-publication of the thriller 'City of Angels' which, as the title suggests, takes place entirely in Bangkok and was written by Lung Jan. Today chapter 24 + 25.
On Thailandblog you can read the pre-publication of the thriller 'City of Angels' which, as the title suggests, takes place entirely in Bangkok and was written by Lung Jan. Today chapter 22 + 23.
CITY OF ANGELS – A Murder Story in 30 Chapters (part 20 + 21)
On Thailandblog you can read the pre-publication of the thriller 'City of Angels' which, as the title suggests, takes place entirely in Bangkok and was written by Lung Jan. Today Chapter 20 + 21. Chapter 20 The next two days, Kaew was especially busy verifying and reverifying the data they had collected so far. Of course J. did not want to admit this openly, but Chief Inspector Maneewat had a surplus …
CITY OF ANGELS – A Murder Story in 30 Chapters (parts 17 to 19)
On Thailandblog you can read the pre-publication of the thriller 'City of Angels' which, as the title suggests, takes place entirely in Bangkok and was written by Lung Jan. Today chapter 17 to 19.
CITY OF ANGELS – A Murder Story in 30 Chapters (part 15 + 16)
On Thailandblog you can read the pre-publication of the thriller 'City of Angels' which, as the title suggests, takes place entirely in Bangkok and was written by Lung Jan. Today chapter 15 + 16.
CITY OF ANGELS – A Murder Story in 30 Chapters (part 13 +14)
On Thailandblog you can read the pre-publication of the thriller 'City of Angels' which, as the title suggests, takes place entirely in Bangkok and was written by Lung Jan. Today chapter 13 +14.