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Geek in Thailand

Discovering the Land of Golden Buddhas, Pad Thai and Kickboxing

by Jody Houton
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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 main festivals and tips on getting around.

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  • Release date

    January 26, 2016

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      • ISBN: 9781462917143
      • File size: 28893 KB

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      • ISBN: 9781462917143
      • File size: 28893 KB

  • Languages

    • English

  • Reviews

    • Library Journal

      Starred review from February 15, 2016

      Once a tourist, now an expat resident, journalist Barrett has seen things from "both sides" in Thailand. His book is as much a collection of gorgeous pictures of people, food, and sights as it is a valuable travel tool. It includes maps and suggestions but no names and addresses of hotels and restaurants, which are too plentiful in typical travel guides. Each chapter has special boxes that highlight either something unusual, such as "Living the Thai Dream" (older foreign men as bar owners) or important, such as "The Role of Religion." "Unique Thai Character" explains Ladyboys, the country's third gender; or Sea Gypsies, a marginalized minority group that lives on the remote Andaman coast. Of course, the joy of Thai food is given full coverage. Most pleasurable are pictures and descriptions of street food and the Beer Girls, who walk around bars in order to make customers thirsty. Perhaps the most valuable section is "Dos and Don'ts," with suggestions such as "Caution with stray dogs" or "Pay attention to flags on beaches." VERDICT Warning: after reading this alluring book, you will have to travel to Thailand.--Susan G. Baird, formerly with Oak Lawn P.L., IL

      Copyright 2016 Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

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