Yoshinori Nishizaki

Political Authority and Provincial Identity in Thailand

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ISBN 13:
9780877277538
author:
Yoshinori Nishizaki
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Southeast Asia Program Publications, Cornell University
language:
English
Publication Year:
2011
Pages:
280
Dimensions:
25.4 x 17.8 x 1.8 centimetres (0
Genre:
Nonfiction, Politics, History & Theory,
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£25.11

Description

Banharn Silpa-archa, a powerful Thai politician, has been widely criticized for his alleged corruption and misuse of state funds. However, a closer examination of his career reveals a more complex picture. This book offers a detailed portrait of the voters who support him, and challenges simplistic perceptions of rural Thai voters.

The author, Yoshinori Nishizaki, draws on extensive interviews to show how Banharn's constituents have developed a strong sense of provincial identity based on his advancement of their province, Suphanburi. This sense of pride has been fostered through public construction projects and personal donations, which have helped to transform the province's reputation.

The book raises important questions about contemporary democracy in Thailand, and offers a nuanced analysis of the politician's tactics and the voters' motivations. By examining the numerous public projects sponsored and funded by Banharn, Nishizaki illustrates the politician's ability to connect with his constituents and promote his own development agenda.

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