Book Condition: As New. 13 x 22 cm.; pg. 168; Foreword, introduction, glossary. "THE VANISHING FACE OF THAILAND is an anthology of Suthon Sukphisit's articles which, except for 'The Pipe Major's Swansong', were first published in the 'Bangkok Post's' Outlook from 1989-1993. With a few exceptions, most of the stories as indicated by the title of the book deal with the disappearing local craftsmanship and traditions of local communities in Thailand. The Publisher hopes that, by putting together theauthor's selected articles, it will help preserve the dying popular arts and cultures at least in the pages of the book." With a few exceptions, most of the stories as indicated by the title of the book deal with the disappearing local craftmanship and local communities in Thailand. With his simple downright style, the author touches the life of the grass roots who hardly have a place in the history. From remote villages, he puts the modern artists on the pedestal. From forgotten back rooms, he brought their work to light.
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