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Cornwel-Smith, Philip; Goss, John Very Thai ISBN 13: 9789748225616

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A pioneering celebration of Thai pop and folk culture, Very Thai delves beyond the traditional icons to reveal the everyday expressions of Thainess that so delight and puzzle. Through colourful text and 500 quirky photos, explore the country's alternative sights, from truck art and taxi altars to buffalo cart furniture and drinks in bags.See how ancient traditions infuse modern trends, whether cute or occult, underground or on TV. Music, fashion, it's all here. A unique study of everyday Thai popular culture.

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"A wonderful book... one of the best on Thai culture. New, quirky, intelligent and fun" -- Bangkok Post, January 2005

"Answers and insights aplenty in this erudite, sumptuously photographed guide to contemporary Thai culture" -- Rough Guide to Thailand (2004/5 edition)
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Published January 2005. Incredible reviews received - "erudite and sumptuously photographed" (Rough Guide to Thailnd), "An amazing book" Bangkok Post

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  • PublisherRiver Books
  • Publication date2019
  • ISBN 10 9748225615
  • ISBN 13 9789748225616
  • BindingPaperback
  • Number of pages220
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