THE “CONSULTING DETECTIVE" NITHAN THONG-IN BY KING VAJIRAVUDH

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This short study explores detective stories by Crown Prince Vajiravudh, later King Rama VI, in early 20th-century Siam. Compiled in Nithan Thong-in, these tales provide insights into Siamese society, culture, and history. Despite multiple reprints, an English translation is currently unavailable. This notice introduces the cultural richness of Mr Thong-in’s adventures, along with brief summaries of each story.

Original languageEnglish
JournalJournal of the Siam Society
Volume112
Issue number1
Pages (from-to)191-196
Number of pages6
ISSN0304-226X
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Publication statusPublished - 20.06.2024

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Publisher Copyright:
© The Siam Society Under Royal Patronage.

    Research areas

  • Crown Prince Vajiravudh, Early 20th-century Bangkok, Nithan Thong-in, Siamese detective fiction, Thai Literature
  • Sociology

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