Democracy and National Identity in Thailand
NIAS Studies in Contemporary Asian History S.
Connors, Michael Kelly
ISBN: | 9788776940027 |
Publisher: | University of Hawaii Press |
Published: | 30 April, 2007 |
Format: | Paperback |
Language: | English |
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Democracy and National Identity in Thailand
NIAS Studies in Contemporary Asian History S.
Connors, Michael Kelly
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 (post-coup) period. Focusing on state- and civil society-centred 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. A 'must' for all courses on Southeast Asia, the book also offers valuable insights for all courses dealing with issues of democratization.
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