Who invented the dish Phad Thai and why? What is the prime minister's monthy salary? What are the most common nicknames in Thailand? What is the average IQ of a Thai? How many Thai women smoke tobacco? What will you be fined for the unlawful possession of an elephant?
An illustrated collection of Thailand trivia, Thailand at Random is filled with anecdotes, statistics, quotes, idioms, cultural explanations, historical asides, facts, folklore and other unusual and useful tidbits. This veritable treasure trove of information on Thailand is arranged, as the title suggests, randomly, so that readers will come to expect the unexpected on each and every page. Designed in a charmingly classic style, and peppered with original illustrations, Thailand at Random is a quirky and irresistible celebration of everything you didn't know you wanted to know about this diverse and captivating country.
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Paperback. Zustand: Very Good. This title offers a wonderful collection of fascinating facts, amazing anecdotes, and incredible stories celebrating the unique nature and diversity that is Thailand. Who invented the dish Phad Thai and why? What are the seven characteristics that allow an elephant to be deemed a "white elephant"? What rights and privileges are prisoners accorded in jail? How much green space is there in Bangkok? What are the top-ten highest grossing Thai films of all-time? "Thailand at Random" provides answers to these and many other fun and fascinating questions about the country. Complete with illustrations and graphics, this book explores the quirky and mysterious, busts myths, and offers surprising new information about everything Thai, including geography and infrastructure, customs and superstitions, and people and culture. Easy to read, pick up "Thailand at Random" and gain quick insights into a wonderfully interesting country. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Artikel-Nr. GOR006465406
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