The rivers of Siam carry more than trade…
They carry secrets.
In the dangerous waterways of 1830s Siam, foreign empires circle like hungry wolves while royal officials struggle to protect a kingdom standing at the edge of a changing world. American diplomats arrive seeking influence. British merchants build hidden fortunes. Pirates, smugglers, monks, soldiers, and spies move through the shadows of the Chao Phraya where loyalty can be bought—and entire villages can disappear overnight.
From burning river fortresses and floating opium dens to jungle kingdoms, political conspiracies, royal courts, and naval warfare beneath monsoon skies, The Siam Chronicles plunges readers into a forgotten chapter of Southeast Asian history rarely explored in fiction.
At the heart of the series lies one powerful question:
What must a nation sacrifice to survive between empires?
Blending historical realism with cinematic storytelling, Steve Kitts brings 1830s Siam vividly to life through unforgettable characters, dangerous diplomacy, brutal river wars, and the hidden struggles that shaped the future of Thailand.
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. The rivers of Siam carry more than trade.They carry secrets.In the dangerous waterways of 1830s Siam, foreign empires circle like hungry wolves while royal officials struggle to protect a kingdom standing at the edge of a changing world. American diplomats arrive seeking influence. British merchants build hidden fortunes. Pirates, smugglers, monks, soldiers, and spies move through the shadows of the Chao Phraya where loyalty can be bought-and entire villages can disappear overnight.From burning river fortresses and floating opium dens to jungle kingdoms, political conspiracies, royal courts, and naval warfare beneath monsoon skies, The Siam Chronicles plunges readers into a forgotten chapter of Southeast Asian history rarely explored in fiction.At the heart of the series lies one powerful question: What must a nation sacrifice to survive between empires?Blending historical realism with cinematic storytelling, Steve Kitts brings 1830s Siam vividly to life through unforgettable characters, dangerous diplomacy, brutal river wars, and the hidden struggles that shaped the future of Thailand.Perfect for fans of: ShogunMaster and Commander: The Far Side of the WorldThe Last SamuraiThe river remembers everything. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9798199880343
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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. The rivers of Siam carry more than trade.They carry secrets.In the dangerous waterways of 1830s Siam, foreign empires circle like hungry wolves while royal officials struggle to protect a kingdom standing at the edge of a changing world. American diplomats arrive seeking influence. British merchants build hidden fortunes. Pirates, smugglers, monks, soldiers, and spies move through the shadows of the Chao Phraya where loyalty can be bought-and entire villages can disappear overnight.From burning river fortresses and floating opium dens to jungle kingdoms, political conspiracies, royal courts, and naval warfare beneath monsoon skies, The Siam Chronicles plunges readers into a forgotten chapter of Southeast Asian history rarely explored in fiction.At the heart of the series lies one powerful question: What must a nation sacrifice to survive between empires?Blending historical realism with cinematic storytelling, Steve Kitts brings 1830s Siam vividly to life through unforgettable characters, dangerous diplomacy, brutal river wars, and the hidden struggles that shaped the future of Thailand.Perfect for fans of: ShogunMaster and Commander: The Far Side of the WorldThe Last SamuraiThe river remembers everything. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9798199880343
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