A history of Ayutthaya : Siam in the early modern world
Christopher John Baker (Author), Phāsuk Phongphaičhit (Author)
The first study of Ayutthaya, placed alongside China and India as one of the great powers of Asia, from its emergence in the thirteenth century until its fall in 1767. This book is essential reading for all those interested in the history of Southeast Asia and the early modern world.
History
1 v. (XVII-325 p.) : illustrations, cartes, couv. illustrations en coul. ; 23 cm
9781107190764, 9781316641132, 1107190762, 1316641139
1013542245
List of maps; List of illustrations; Preface: Ayutthaya in history; 1. Before Ayutthaya; 2. Ayutthaya rising; 3. An age of warfare; 4. Peace and commerce; 5. An urban and commercial society; 6. Ayutthaya falling; 7. To Bangkok; Appendix: lists of kings; Glossary; Notes on some major sources; References; Index.