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Author Houton, Jody.

Title A geek in Thailand : discovering the land of golden buddhas, pad Thai and kickboxing / Jody Houton.

Publication Info. Tokyo ; Rutland, Vermont : Tuttle Publishing, [2016]

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Description 1 online resource (159 pages) : illustrations (chiefly color)
Physical Medium polychrome
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Summary A Geek in Thailand is a lighthearted look at Thailand from a young foreign visitor and resident's perspective. This alternative guide to Thailand offers a smart and concise take on Thai culture, entertainment, daily life--covering all the classics--but also revealing the path less traveled. In short articles accompanied by sidebars and numerous, colorful photographs, it paints a revealing picture of Asia's most popular travel destination. A Geek in Thailand is for the holidaymakers who visit for two weeks every year and have a desire to learn about the culture, but are struggling to know where to begin. Sections on the food, drink, social scene, music, film and everyday Thai life are sure to appeal to them. It is also for those who wish to move to Thailand on a more permanent basis as it contains helpful information regarding purchasing property, setting up a company and applying for visas and work permits. Chapters on the Thai character and cultural dos and don'ts and faux pas will allow the reader to go beyond the Thai smile. Sections on politics, history, economy and the unique relationship between the Thai Nation, Religion and Monarchy will also be of interest to those who wish to delve into a deeper understanding of Thailand.
Contents Frontcover; Title Page; Contents; Harmony, Disorder and Smiles; CHAPTER 1 Thai History and Culture; A Brief History of Thailand; The Color of Politics; What to Do But Launch a Coup; The Land of Plenty; The Thai Language; Thailand's Most Important Religious Sites; The Importance of Thai Buddhism; Other Religions in Thailand; Thai Folklore; Thailand's Royal Palace; CHAPTER 2 Thai Design and Craftsmanship; Style Starts at Home; Thai Antiques and Crafts; Revival of the Thai Silk Industry; The Artistry of Tribal Textiles; Little Pieces of Paradise; A Shopaholic's Paradise.
A Market for Every PurposeCHAPTER 3 The Unique Thai Character; Mai Phen Rai: Behind the Thai Smile; Ethnic and Regional Differences; Thai 'Pretties': The Thai Ideal of Beauty; Ladyboys: Thailand's Third Gender; Living in the City; Thriving Companies in Thailand; Working with Thais; Successful Foreigners in Thailand; Jobs for Foreigners; CHAPTER 4 Amazing Thailand; Weird and Wonderful Thai Pastimes; Thailand's Karaoke Culture; The Joys of Thai Massage; Muay Thai Past and Present; The Ladyboy Cabaret Show; CHAPTER 5 The Joys of Thai Food; Food in Thailand; What Makes Thai Food Thai?
Thai Street FoodA Guide to Popular Restaurant Dishes; Thai Bar Culture and Etiquette; A Guide to Thai Beverages; CHAPTER 6 Thai Music, Movies, Art, Theater, TV and Books; Traditional Thai Dance and Puppet Theater; The Thai Music Scene; The Bewildering World of Thai TV; Thai Film; Thai Art and Artists; Thai Literature; CHAPTER 7 Visiting Thailand; Bangkok: The City of the Future; Phuket and Other Andaman Islands; Chiang Mai and the North; Colorful Thai Festivals; Adventure of a Lifetime; Advice, Tips and Warnings; Photo Credits.
Local Note eBooks on EBSCOhost EBSCO eBook Subscription Academic Collection - North America
Subject Thailand -- Description and travel.
Thailand.
Thailand -- Social life and customs.
Manners and customs.
Popular culture -- Thailand.
Popular culture.
Genre/Form Electronic books.
Electronic book.
Other Form: Print version: Houton, Jody. Geek in Thailand 9780804844482 (DLC) 2015949992 (OCoLC)925518363
ISBN 9781462917143 (electronic book)
1462917143 (electronic book)
9780804844482
0804844488