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	Things Thai - Tanistha Dansilp, Michael Freeman A new addition to the series that includes Things Korean and Things Japanese, Things Thai presents 62 everyday items from Thailand. Each object - including religious and devotional items, household objects, food and farming implements, clothing and craftwork - tells a story that represents the Thai lifestyle. Beautifully photographed, accompanied by detailed text offering an explanation of its history and cultural significance, each item illustrates an important piece of Thai custom and culture. From distinctive design motifs, including Sangkhalok, Celadon and Bencharong ware, to devotional objects inspired by Theravada Buddhism, Things Thai will take you on a tour of the art, design and everyday life of Thailand. Publisher: Periplus Editions/Berkeley Books Pte Ltd ISBN: 9625937765 Published: 2002 Hardback: 144 pages Price: £18.99


	Buddhism - Eyewitness Guide Click picture to look inside Explore the teachings and traditions of this ancient religion. Why do some Buddhists shave their heads? What is the diamond thunderbolt? What does 'kamma' mean to Buddhists? What happens during a typical Buddhist funeral ceremony? Discover the fascinating history of this influential religion, and see how Buddhist teachings and practises have spread from India to Sri Lanka to China and beyond, and how they have impacted on the Western world. Explore the origins of the two main Buddhist traditions - Theravada and Mahayana - and find out the key differences between them. See what part the Dalai Lama plays in Tibetan Buddhism, and why Buddhism has become so popular in the West today. Discover what Buddhists believe about the afterlife, and examine sumptuous examples of Buddhist-inspired art and architecture. From monasteries and temples to Buddhist devotions and rites, this book reveals the remarkable story of Buddhism. Beautiful artefacts, manuscripts, and photographs combine to tell the story of Buddha and his followers, and their influence around the world - providing a revealing account of Buddhism. - See Buddha statues from many different countries - golden temples and shrines, Tibetan wall hangings, a sand mandala being made, the Dalai Lama's palace - Learn about many different strands of Buddhism - who Siddhata Gotama was, what 'nibbana' means to Buddhists, what the Wheel of Life is, what the lotus flower symbolizes - Discover what the Four Noble Truths are, what happens during the Hana Matsuri festival, how Tibetan prayer wheels are used, what life is like for Buddhist monks Suitable for children: 8 years and over Publisher: Dorling Kindersley ISBN: 0751369691 Published: 2003 Hardback: 64 pages Price: £9.99


	Southeast Asian Designs More than 100 authentic, intricately detailed motifs depict an exotic array of designs from Burma, Thailand, Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam and Malaysia. Images include serene Buddhas, bold textile designs, sandstone sculptures, papier mâché masks, shadow puppets, tattoos, bronze statues, and details from decorative panels and temple ornaments. These intriguing, permission-free illustrations are perfect for adding a unique cultural flavour to any art or craft project. Approximately 125 black-and-white designs. Publisher: Dover Publications Author: Marty Noble ISBN: 0486431061 Published: Paperback: 32 pages, 210 x 280 mm Price: £6.95


	Alex Garland - The Beach When a mysterious traveller slits his wrists in a Bangkok hostel, he leaves Richard a map to 'The Beach'. Legend has it that The Beach is an island paradise where a select community lives in state of blissful isolation. In search of adventure, Richard sets out on a journey into the unknown but - like the 'heroes' of his favourite Vietnam movies - he must confront his own heart of darkness in the process. The Beach is not what it seems. Paradise comes at a price. Publisher: Penguin ISBN: 0140258418 Published: 1997 Paperback: 448 pages Price: £6.99


	Pierre Boulle - Bridge on the River Kwai One of the finest war novels ever written, Bridge on the River Kwai tells the story of three POWs who endure the hell of the Japanese camps on the Burma-Siam railway - Colonel Nicholson, a man prepared to sacrifice his life but not his dignity; Major Warden, a modest hero, saboteur and deadly killer; Commander Shears, who escaped from hell but was ordered back. Ordered by the Japanese to build a bridge, the Colonel refuses, as it is against regulations for officers to work with other ranks. The Japanese give way but, to prove a point of British superiority, construction of the bridge goes ahead - at great cost to the men under Nicholson's command. Publisher: Vintage ISBN: 0099445026 Published: 2002 Paperback: 192 pages Price: £6.99

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