Written after a battle fought in approximately 1475, this poem may
be the oldest work of literature from Siam. It features the
earliest and most detailed description of a Siamese army, the most
elaborate eulogy of an early Thai monarch, and a fascinating
discussion of the concept of loyalty. Scenes of personal treachery,
heroism, combat, and looting after victory give an absorbing image
of early Siam. This translation shares the poem—esteemed in
Thailand for its historical and literary importance—with a wider
audience. Blank verse conveys the rhythm and atmosphere of the
original, and annotations explain obscure words and concepts. An
afterword analyzes form, content, and the poem’s literary and
historical significance.
General
| Imprint: |
Silkworm Books
|
| Country of origin: |
Thailand |
| Release date: |
April 2017 |
| Translators: |
Chris Baker
• Pasuk Phongpaichit
|
| Dimensions: |
210 x 140 x 10mm (L x W x T) |
| Format: |
Paperback
|
| Pages: |
119 |
| ISBN-13: |
978-6162151255 |
| Categories: |
Books
|
| LSN: |
6162151255 |
| Barcode: |
9786162151255 |
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