Primary Sources, Historical Collections: The English Governess at the Siamese Court, With a Foreword by T. S. Wentworth

Primary Sources, Historical Collections: The English Governess at the Siamese Court, With a Foreword by T. S. Wentworth

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Anna Harriette Leonowens's memoir provides a rare and vivid account of life in the court of King Mongkut (Rama IV) of Siam in the mid-19th century. With a keen eye for detail, Leonowens describes the customs, rituals, and traditions of the Siamese court, as well as her own experiences as a governess to the king's children. An engrossing read for anyone interested in the history and culture of Thailand. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of...