Peeps at Many Lands: Siam

A concise, illustrated introduction presents the history, landscapes, and everyday life of Siam for young readers, opening with a historical sketch and a map before touring river markets, canal life, and city sights. It describes children's lives, schooling, popular amusements and theatrical performances, domestic architecture, food and dress, and rural occupations such as fishing and rice cultivation. A substantial section explains Buddhism through the Buddha's life, monastic practices, temple art, and religious festivals, including ploughing rites and water processions. Chapters also examine the cultural significance of elephants, ceremonial white elephants, and local legal customs, offering accessible explanations of ceremonies, crafts, and seasonal observances.