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Thai Literature The earliest Thai literature was written or sponsored by the kings of the thirteenth and fourteenth centuries. King Ramkhamhaeng wrote in 1262 of the glories of Thailand (Siam as it then was) and of the achievements of his beneficent reign. The works that followed were mainly on religious themes and often written in
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Difficulties facing anthropologists. Writing about Thai culture and lifestyle presents a host of challenges for anthropologists working in Thailand. There are legal and cultural barriers to overcome during the research stage. Thais can be shy and unresponsive when you’re asking about their culture. I’ve found many think you’re criticising it, not realising you’re only trying
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Why is Surachai fishing? Surachai had had enough. He was fed up with the lack of action from the local authority in repairing the many potholes in the sois around his home. A puddle-protest was called for. The roads are always busy, so the nuisance is far from just personal. Drivers crawl along, bracing for motorcyclists who
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My Elephant Experience I was awake at 5.30 this morning. After an invigorating shower I put on my blue overalls, tied a sash around my waist, and donned my white bell-shaped hat. The uniform I would be wearing as I experience being a Thai mahout for the day. The first challenge was getting on my
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Enemies on the Internet When Plugins Collide: The WordPress–RankMath Conflict Undermines Editorial Control By Matt Owens Rees In the world of digital publishing, WordPress is the undisputed heavyweight. Its flexibility has made it the go-to platform for writers, bloggers, and businesses alike. But with great power comes conflict. WordPress and RankMath are, in reality, enemies
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Secrets of Cultural Anthropology in Thailand Dr. Rasmi Shoocongdej a Thai anthropologist and archaeologist who has revolutionized archaeological research in Thailand and Southeast Asia. – ศ.ดร รัศมี ชูทรงเดช RASMI SHOOCONGDEJ Secrets of Cultural Anthropology in Thailand Before reviewing anthropology in Thailand, and the particular difficulties anthropologists find when researching and writing about it in Thailand,
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How Thais value freedom Thailand’s culture often confounds outsiders. What appears to be indifference or idleness is, on closer inspection, a deliberate and deeply rooted approach to how Thais value life. This is especially true when it comes to how they view work, happiness, and how Thais value freedom. To understand those Thai values, one
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3 Dangerous Footpaths in Pattaya. Visitors, both Thai and farang are not only criticising Pattaya’s bureaucrats over poor planning, but also pointing out that regulations to ensure the safety of pedestrians are simply not being enforced. Despite previous promises, city officials in Pattaya have failed to prioritise the safety of those who walk its sidewalks.
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Erotic waterfall sex scene Today’s story in the Beyond the Bamboo Curtain series takes us to Koh Pha Ngan, where a pair of foreign tourists were caught having sex in broad daylight at a popular waterfall. This erotic waterfall sex scene is a true tale that blends voyeurism, viral footage, and a very public breach
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Why Thais keep dogs. All my neighbours have dogs. Fon has five. Generally, Thais won’t neuter their pets. https://www.mattowensrees.com/2025/11/03/why-veterinary-surgeons-face-problems A government initiative, in collaboration with European veterinary surgeons, has not been as successful as was hoped. UK vets get disillusioned with the slow spaying and castrating speed of local vets. They begin to get bored and lose
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