Author: Maurice Collis Publisher: Faber & Faber ISBN: 0571309976 Category : History Languages : en Pages : 225
Book Description
Foremost among the biographies that Maurice Collis wrote during his wide-ranging literary career is Siamese White - an account of the career of Samuel White of Bath who, during the reign of James II, was appointed by the King of Siam as a mandarin of that country. The book superbly embodies that old adage - truth is stranger than fiction. 'A magnificent story, full of interest and excitement, but there is more to it than that. Collis, who has lived for years on the scene of these high happenings, is able to give us a first-hand picture of a fascinating land: of a lovely archipelago, of rivers and rapids, of an immemorial track through jungles haunted by tigers and malaria.' Evening Standard
Author: H. G. Quaritch Wales Publisher: Routledge ISBN: 1136776362 Category : Social Science Languages : en Pages : 452
Book Description
To students of Indian Culture interested in tracing the influence of India in the institutions of her Cultural Colonies, as also to Anthropologists, the Religious Festivals and Court Ceremonies, which still remain the most characteristic features of Siamese social life, offer an important field for research. Yet the subject has been little touched by scholars. Therefore a pioneer work of this nature can only be regarded as an attempt to lay a foundation for further studies, and the author hopes that other students—particularly those Siamese possessed of an extensive knowledge of their own literature and customs—may be encouraged to endeavour to fill those gaps which remain in our knowledge of most of the Siamese State Ceremonies. First Published in 1995. Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company.
Author: Nancy White Publisher: Bearport Publishing ISBN: 1617721921 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 24
Book Description
The first Siamese cats were probably bred around 500 years ago in Siam, the country that is now called Thailand. Some legends say that the cats lived in temples and were owned only by royalty. Today, the Siamese is one of the most popular cat breeds in the United States. Siamese cats are known as good communicators with an unusually loud meow. They’re also smart and can be trained to obey commands such as “sit” and “stay.” Some Siamese cats will even walk on a leash! Full of amazing, real-life stories, Siamese: Talk to Me! recounts the breed’s history, personality, suitability as a pet, and the special characteristics that set it apart from other breeds. Cat lovers will agree that it’s the purr-fect read!
Author: Pamela Merritt Publisher: ISBN: 9780998035703 Category : Languages : en Pages :
Book Description
The Way of Cats is a way of playing games with our cat. These communication, training, and affection games are fun and easy to learn. Then we have well-behaved and happy cats.
Author: Ruth Owen Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc ISBN: 1477713565 Category : Juvenile Nonfiction Languages : en Pages : 34
Book Description
The Siamese is one of the most distinguishable breeds of cat. Readers will learn about this breed's origins, features, and nature. Famous Siamese-cat owners are profiled. A great reference for any cat lover.
Author: Maurice Collis
Author: H. G. Quaritch Wales
Author: Nancy White
Author: Maurice Collis
Author: Pamela Merritt
Author: Maurice Stewart Collis
Author: Joanne Mattern
Author: Martin R. Clutterbuck
Author: Martin R. Clutterbuck
Author: Ruth Owen