Old Bangkok

By Michael Smithies

Old Bangkok traces the history of one of Asia's most fascinating cities. This stimulating and sympathetic account of this capital, founded in 1782, recaptures the early days and its expansion in the nineteenth century. Author Michael Smithies describes the principal temples and palaces that still survive as well as the corners and crafts that remain relatively unchanged. This book is a must-read for anyone who has been charmed by Bangkok.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9835600686
• ISBN13: 9789835600685
• Release Date: February 2006
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
• Length: 90 Pages
• Weight: 0.54 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.5" x 7.8"