Gambling, the state and society in Thailand, c. 1800-1945 / James A. Warren.
"Charts the development of gambling in Thailand and relates it to the development of Thai state and society, showing how gambling was a fundamental issue hugely affecting political developments. It considers the difference between law and how law is enforced, outlining how the Thai elite, thoug...
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| Superior document: | Routledge studies in the modern history of Asia ; 82 |
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| Year of Publication: | 2013 |
| Language: | English |
| Series: | Routledge studies in the modern history of Asia (2005) ;
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| Physical Description: | xvi, 244 p. :; ill. |
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| Summary: | "Charts the development of gambling in Thailand and relates it to the development of Thai state and society, showing how gambling was a fundamental issue hugely affecting political developments. It considers the difference between law and how law is enforced, outlining how the Thai elite, though professing opposition to gambling, often both tolerated and profited from it, as did the police"--Provided by publisher. |
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| Bibliography: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| ISBN: | 9780415536349 9780203552100 (electronic bk.) |
| Hierarchical level: | Monograph |
| Statement of Responsibility: | James A. Warren. |