History of the Kingdom of Siam and of the revolutions that have caused the overthrow of the empire, up to A.D. 1770

"History of the Kingdom of Siam and of the Revolutions That Have Caused the Overthrow of the Empire, up to A.D. 1770" by F. H. (François Henri) Turpin recounts the dramatic story of Siam through its many conflicts and the fight to gain power, which ultimately led to the downfall of the empire until 1770. This book gives us a tour into the social environment and political troubles that influenced the kingdom while focusing on the effects of tyranny, foreign attacks, and internal rebellions. From the beginning, the story is set with the background of Siam’s initial history, highlighting the significant function that despotic governments had in sparking battles throughout the realm. The book looks at the problems that early kings had in ruling and describes a cycle of oppression and uprising that shows how power was always at risk, and how rebellions could always happen. The foundations of a country known for its rich culture and turbulent past are presented at the beginning, which sets the stage for the rest of the book.