Power, Protection and Magic in Thailand The Cosmos of a Southern Policeman |
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| Author:
| Reynolds, Craig J. |
| Series title: | Asian Studies Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-76046-316-8 |
| Publication Date: | Oct 2019 |
| Publisher: | ANU Press
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | AUD $50.00 |
Book Description:
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This biographical study of an unusual southern policeman explores the relationship between religion and power in Thailand during the early twentieth century when parts of the country were remote and banditry was rife. Khun Phan (1898-2006), known as Lion Lawman, sometimes used rather too much lethal force in carrying out his orders.
This biographical study of an unusual southern policeman explores the relationship between religion and power in Thailand during the early twentieth century when parts of the country were remote and banditry was rife. Khun Phan (1898-2006), known as Lion Lawman, sometimes used rather too much lethal force in carrying out his orders.