Description
This book is a rich exploration of Laos' political, social, and cultural history and geo-political development from its creation to the present day. The author focuses on the country's urban development (particularly the capital Vientiane) and also addresses other important issues such as the economy and identity.
Laos is the country in Southeast Asia about which least is known. This book is a rich exploration of the country's political, social and cultural history and geo-political development from its creation to the present day. Unlike other studies of the country, this book focuses on the country's urban development (particularly the capital Vientiane) and also addresses other important issues such as the economy and identity.