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by Presbyterian Board of Publication (Author)
Siam and Laos: As Seen By Our American Missionaries is a book published in 1884 by the Presbyterian Board of Publication. The book is a collection of writings by American missionaries who traveled to Siam (modern-day Thailand) and Laos in the late 19th century. The missionaries provide a detailed account of their experiences in these countries, including their observations of the people, culture, and religion.The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on Siam and the second part on Laos. The missionaries describe the geography, climate, and natural resources of each country, as well as the political and social structures. They also provide insights into the religious beliefs and practices of the people, including Buddhism and animism.The book includes numerous illustrations and photographs of the people and places the missionaries encountered on their journeys. It also includes maps of the regions they visited.Overall, Siam and Laos: As Seen By Our American Missionaries provides a fascinating glimpse into the lives of the people of Siam and Laos in the late 19th century, as well as the experiences of American missionaries in these countries.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
