Democracy and National Identity in Thailand (Studies in

Democracy and National Identity in Thailand (Studies in Contemporary Asian History)

This revised and updated edition of the widely praised Democracy and National Identity in Thailand provides readers with a fascinating discussion of how debates about democracy and national identity in Thailand have evolved from the period of counter-insurgency in the 1960s to the current period. Focusing on state and civil society centered democratic projects, Connors uses original Thai language sources to trace how the Thai state developed a democratic ideology that meshed with idealized notions of Thai identity, focusing on the monarchy. The book moves on to explore how non-state actors have mobilized notions of democracy and national identity in their battle against authoritarian rule. It also invites readers to explore democratic ideology as a form of power aimed at creating ideal citizens able to support elite national projects.
Country USA
Brand NIAS Press
Manufacturer NIAS Press
Binding Paperback
ReleaseDate 2007-03-09
UnitCount 1
EANs 9788776940027

Democracy and National Identity in Thailand (Studies in Contemporary Asian History)