The Kingdom and People of Siam 2 Volume Set: With a Narrative of the Mission to That Country in 1855 (Cambridge Library Collection - Perspectives from the Royal A)

The Kingdom and People of Siam 2 Volume Set: With a Narrative of the Mission to That Country in 1855 (Cambridge Library Collection - Perspectives from the Royal A)

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Brief Description: An 1857 two-volume study of Siam, providing valuable insight into the diplomatic workings of its court in the mid-nineteenth century. Table of Contents: Volume 1: Preface; 1. Geography; 2. History; 3. Population; 4....

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Brief Description:
An 1857 two-volume study of Siam, providing valuable insight into the diplomatic workings of its court in the mid-nineteenth century.

Table of Contents:
Volume 1: Preface; 1. Geography; 2. History; 3. Population; 4. Manners, customs, superstitions, amusement; 5. Legislation; 6. Natural productions; 7. Manufactures; 8. Commerce; 9. Revenues; 10. Language and literature; 11. Religion; 12. Christian missions to Siam; 13. Bangkok. Volume 2: 14. Dependencies upon Siam; 15. Diplomatic and commercial relations of western nations with Siam; 16. Personal journal of Sir John Bowring's visit to Siam; Appendices A-G.