Sir John Bowring fu un economista politico, viaggiatore, poliglotta inglese e il 4° Governatore di Hong Kong. Il suo vasto lavoro e le sue esperienze di viaggio arricchirono la sua produzione letteraria, caratterizzata da una diversità di temi e stili. Ha esplorato varie culture e sistemi economici, che si sono riflessi nei suoi scritti sull'economia politica e sulle questioni sociali. La sua capacità di comunicare in molte lingue gli ha permesso un coinvolgimento più profondo con gli argomenti trattati.
Travel back in time to 1855 with this classic work by John Bowring. The Kingdom and People of Siam provides a fascinating glimpse into the history, culture, and people of this exotic land. A must-read for anyone interested in Southeast Asian history and culture.
This book is a firsthand account of a Christian mission to the Kingdom of Siam (now Thailand), written by an anonymous author in 1855. In addition to describing the mission itself, the book provides a detailed overview of Siamese culture and society in the mid-19th century. This book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in Christian missions or Southeast Asian history.
With A Narrative Of The Mission To That Country In 1855 (1857)
The book is a facsimile reprint of a rare antiquarian work, preserving its historical significance despite potential imperfections like marks and notations. It aims to protect and promote important literary works by making them accessible in high-quality modern editions that remain faithful to the original text.
This reprint of a historical book originally published in 1857 aims to preserve and make accessible older works. While the reprint may contain missing pages or lower quality due to its age, the publishing house Anatiposi focuses on ensuring that these important texts remain available to the public, preventing them from being lost to time.
This two-volume study from 1857 offers a detailed examination of Siam's diplomatic court during the mid-nineteenth century. It provides significant insights into the political dynamics and cultural context of the time, highlighting the intricacies of international relations and the unique customs of Siam. The work serves as an important historical resource for understanding the region's diplomacy and societal structure during this period.
