The Heritage of Siam: Thailand’s Journey Through the Centuries.
The hot air of the tropical night stood still as the first beat of the war drums echoed across the vast plains of ancient Siam. It was a time of upheaval, an era when kings and warriors carved their way into the country's destiny, where every breath vacillated between peace and war.
In 700 AD, long before the world knew the name "Thailand," a journey began that would forge a kingdom whose heart beats in resistance to conquerors, faith in tradition, and the search for freedom. The stories of this distant past are not just legends - they are the blood that flows through the veins of a country that has never been brought to its knees.
Through the centuries, through war and love, through loss and triumph, countless people wove the thread that made Thailand what it is today. An empire that rose from the ashes, that stood in the midst of the mighty empires of Angkor and Ayutthaya and survived. This is their story - the story of a people who not only survived, but triumphed.
Experience 1,200 years of captivating Thai history! Originally written in German and translated into English, Lukas Vermeer takes you on an exciting journey through the centuries—vividly told and brilliantly brought to life. Discover the origins of Thailand in a gripping novel that masterfully blends history with suspense.