Bangkok Baby - The Inside Story of Ladyboys

Bangkok Baby - The Inside Story of Ladyboys

Author: David Bonnie

Publisher: Booksmango

Published: 2014-10-10

Total Pages: 180

ISBN-13: 163323195X

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The acclaimed TV documentary series From my first day of walking the streets of Bangkok I was amazed by what I saw. Beautiful Ladyboy prostitutes, monks in saffron robes, shrines to Buddha and Ganesh, the smell of cooking and incense everywhere. This is my journey so far. From a naïve tourist falling in love with the wrong kind of girl to turning my back on Thailand’s night-life, discovering Thai culture and finding a ladyboy I could trust. Together, Annie and I featured in ‘Ladyboys’, Sky Living Television’s acclaimed documentary series. What happened behind the scenes and how it confirmed my life choices as well as shedding light on the transgender community in Thailand makes up a part of the story. Read more about what Annie and I are doing now and everything you need to know about Thai Ladyboys at: www.davidbonnie.com


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Download or read book Bangkok Baby - The Inside Story of Ladyboys written by David Bonnie and published by Booksmango. This book was released on 2014-10-10 with total page 180 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The acclaimed TV documentary series From my first day of walking the streets of Bangkok I was amazed by what I saw. Beautiful Ladyboy prostitutes, monks in saffron robes, shrines to Buddha and Ganesh, the smell of cooking and incense everywhere. This is my journey so far. From a naïve tourist falling in love with the wrong kind of girl to turning my back on Thailand’s night-life, discovering Thai culture and finding a ladyboy I could trust. Together, Annie and I featured in ‘Ladyboys’, Sky Living Television’s acclaimed documentary series. What happened behind the scenes and how it confirmed my life choices as well as shedding light on the transgender community in Thailand makes up a part of the story. Read more about what Annie and I are doing now and everything you need to know about Thai Ladyboys at: www.davidbonnie.com


Ladyboys

Ladyboys

Author: Pornchai Sereemongkonpol

Publisher: Maverick House

Published: 2015-01-08

Total Pages: 192

ISBN-13: 1905379803

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This extraordinary book is an intimate portrait of Thailand’s ladyboys: the men who have chosen to become women. Funny, passionate, angry and provocative, Ladyboys is a no-holds-barred look at the secret lives of Thailand’s transsexual men. The book offers intimate details of the lives that they’ve never publicly revealed. They talk about the choices they’ve made, their relationships, families, frustrations and hopes. The stories include those of an exotic cabaret performer, a sex worker and even a Muay Thai boxing champion. Ladyboys will leave you amused, saddened, and entertained.


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Download or read book Ladyboys written by Pornchai Sereemongkonpol and published by Maverick House . This book was released on 2015-01-08 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This extraordinary book is an intimate portrait of Thailand’s ladyboys: the men who have chosen to become women. Funny, passionate, angry and provocative, Ladyboys is a no-holds-barred look at the secret lives of Thailand’s transsexual men. The book offers intimate details of the lives that they’ve never publicly revealed. They talk about the choices they’ve made, their relationships, families, frustrations and hopes. The stories include those of an exotic cabaret performer, a sex worker and even a Muay Thai boxing champion. Ladyboys will leave you amused, saddened, and entertained.


Bangkok Baby

Bangkok Baby

Author: David Bonnie

Publisher: Booksmango

Published: 2017-03-09

Total Pages: 108

ISBN-13: 6162450643

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Loving the Loveless Ladyboys of Bangkok.Bangkok, night and day, light and dark.A city that cannot be defined, just like the beautiful ladyboys who work and live there. A journey through the dark into the light and back again.Follow the author on a nine-month ride through the city and down the deep soi of imagination, lust, love and sexuality. It may be a ride you did not bargain for.


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Download or read book Bangkok Baby written by David Bonnie and published by Booksmango. This book was released on 2017-03-09 with total page 108 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Loving the Loveless Ladyboys of Bangkok.Bangkok, night and day, light and dark.A city that cannot be defined, just like the beautiful ladyboys who work and live there. A journey through the dark into the light and back again.Follow the author on a nine-month ride through the city and down the deep soi of imagination, lust, love and sexuality. It may be a ride you did not bargain for.


The Third Sex

The Third Sex

Author: Richard Totman

Publisher: Souvenir Press

Published: 2011-05-01

Total Pages: 213

ISBN-13: 0285640364

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The kathoey, the Thai term for ladyboys, have long been part of the cultural landscape of Thailand. Though they're a leading tourist attraction, the glamorous and attractive men who are now women are also a modern expression of an archaic tradition. Who are the ladyboys? Richard Totman introduces us to three individuals who started life as boys, but while at school decided to become kathoey. In The Third Sex, we follow their rites-of-passage as they become fully fledged kathoey, as their adult lives are witness to attitudes towards trans-gender in Thailand and the Western world. The Third Sex is a perceptive, accessible guide to the cultural, historical, religious, biological and psychological aspects of being trans-gender. The description of the kathoey is part of a wider discussion on trans-gender. 'Third sex' groups form part of many ancient communities, originating in beliefs that pre-date doctrinaire religions. Some religions, such as Buddhism, embrace trans-gendered individuals, but the role of other religions has led to persecution and repression. Many communities accept a 'third sex', from Thailand and Samoa to American Indians and the Philippines. Only in the West has savage repression occurred.


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Download or read book The Third Sex written by Richard Totman and published by Souvenir Press. This book was released on 2011-05-01 with total page 213 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The kathoey, the Thai term for ladyboys, have long been part of the cultural landscape of Thailand. Though they're a leading tourist attraction, the glamorous and attractive men who are now women are also a modern expression of an archaic tradition. Who are the ladyboys? Richard Totman introduces us to three individuals who started life as boys, but while at school decided to become kathoey. In The Third Sex, we follow their rites-of-passage as they become fully fledged kathoey, as their adult lives are witness to attitudes towards trans-gender in Thailand and the Western world. The Third Sex is a perceptive, accessible guide to the cultural, historical, religious, biological and psychological aspects of being trans-gender. The description of the kathoey is part of a wider discussion on trans-gender. 'Third sex' groups form part of many ancient communities, originating in beliefs that pre-date doctrinaire religions. Some religions, such as Buddhism, embrace trans-gendered individuals, but the role of other religions has led to persecution and repression. Many communities accept a 'third sex', from Thailand and Samoa to American Indians and the Philippines. Only in the West has savage repression occurred.


The Rough Guide to Bangkok (Travel Guide eBook)

The Rough Guide to Bangkok (Travel Guide eBook)

Author: Rough Guides

Publisher: Apa Publications (UK) Limited

Published: 2019-01-01

Total Pages: 379

ISBN-13: 1789195241

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Discover Thailand's dynamic capital with the most incisive and entertaining guide book on the market. Whether you plan to visit the Grand Palace, drift along the Thornburi canals or sip cocktails at the Sky Bar, The Rough Guide to Bangkok will show you the ideal places to sleep, eat, drink, shop and visit along the way. Independent, trusted reviews written with Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and insight, to help you get the most out of your visit, with options to suit every budget. Full-colour chapter maps throughout and a full-page-size city plan - to navigate Dusit's grand boulevards or the narrow streets of Chinatown without needing to get online. Stunning images - a rich collection of inspiring colourphotography. Things not to miss - Rough Guides'rundown of Bangkok's best sights and experiences. Itineraries - carefully planned routes to help you organize your trip. Detailed coverage - whether in the city centre or out in the suburbs and beyond, this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for every step of the way. Areas covered include: Ratanakosin, Banglamphu, Chinatownand Pahurat, Thonburi, Dusit, Downtown, Chatuchak Weekend Market. Attractions include: Wat Phra Kaeo, Wat Arun, National Museum, Jim Thompson's House, Chinatown, Chatuchak Weekend Market. Listings chapters - from accommodation and restaurants to clubs and live music, plus festivals, events and kids' Bangkok. Basics - essential pre-departure practical information including getting there, local transport, the media, tourist information, public holidays, costs, entry requirements and more. Background information - a Contexts chapter devoted to history, books and film, plus a handy language section and glossary. Make the Most of Your Time on Earth with The Rough Guide to Bangkok. About Rough Guides: Escape the everyday with Rough Guides. We are a leading travel publisher known for our "tell it like it is" attitude, up-to-date content and great writing. Since 1982, we've published books covering more than 120 destinations around the globe, with a never-growing series of ebooks, a range of beautiful, inspirational reference titles, and an award-winning website. We pride ourselves on our accurate, honest and informed travel guides.


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Download or read book The Rough Guide to Bangkok (Travel Guide eBook) written by Rough Guides and published by Apa Publications (UK) Limited. This book was released on 2019-01-01 with total page 379 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover Thailand's dynamic capital with the most incisive and entertaining guide book on the market. Whether you plan to visit the Grand Palace, drift along the Thornburi canals or sip cocktails at the Sky Bar, The Rough Guide to Bangkok will show you the ideal places to sleep, eat, drink, shop and visit along the way. Independent, trusted reviews written with Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and insight, to help you get the most out of your visit, with options to suit every budget. Full-colour chapter maps throughout and a full-page-size city plan - to navigate Dusit's grand boulevards or the narrow streets of Chinatown without needing to get online. Stunning images - a rich collection of inspiring colourphotography. Things not to miss - Rough Guides'rundown of Bangkok's best sights and experiences. Itineraries - carefully planned routes to help you organize your trip. Detailed coverage - whether in the city centre or out in the suburbs and beyond, this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for every step of the way. Areas covered include: Ratanakosin, Banglamphu, Chinatownand Pahurat, Thonburi, Dusit, Downtown, Chatuchak Weekend Market. Attractions include: Wat Phra Kaeo, Wat Arun, National Museum, Jim Thompson's House, Chinatown, Chatuchak Weekend Market. Listings chapters - from accommodation and restaurants to clubs and live music, plus festivals, events and kids' Bangkok. Basics - essential pre-departure practical information including getting there, local transport, the media, tourist information, public holidays, costs, entry requirements and more. Background information - a Contexts chapter devoted to history, books and film, plus a handy language section and glossary. Make the Most of Your Time on Earth with The Rough Guide to Bangkok. About Rough Guides: Escape the everyday with Rough Guides. We are a leading travel publisher known for our "tell it like it is" attitude, up-to-date content and great writing. Since 1982, we've published books covering more than 120 destinations around the globe, with a never-growing series of ebooks, a range of beautiful, inspirational reference titles, and an award-winning website. We pride ourselves on our accurate, honest and informed travel guides.


The Rough Guide to Thailand

The Rough Guide to Thailand

Author: Lucy Ridout

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2009-11-16

Total Pages: 903

ISBN-13: 1405392789

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The Rough Guide to Thailand is the most accessible handbook to this beautiful and intriguing country. From Bangkok's vibrant night markets to stunning island beaches, the 24-page, full-color introduction pinpoints all of the country's highlights. There are details of all the best places to stay, eat and drink, to suit every budget, plus "Authors' Picks" to highlight the very best options. There is plenty of expert advice on a range of activities, from trekking and scuba-diving to cookery courses and spa treatments. The guide also takes a detailed look at Thailand's history, culture, religion and wildlife and comes complete with easy-to-read maps for every region.


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Download or read book The Rough Guide to Thailand written by Lucy Ridout and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2009-11-16 with total page 903 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Rough Guide to Thailand is the most accessible handbook to this beautiful and intriguing country. From Bangkok's vibrant night markets to stunning island beaches, the 24-page, full-color introduction pinpoints all of the country's highlights. There are details of all the best places to stay, eat and drink, to suit every budget, plus "Authors' Picks" to highlight the very best options. There is plenty of expert advice on a range of activities, from trekking and scuba-diving to cookery courses and spa treatments. The guide also takes a detailed look at Thailand's history, culture, religion and wildlife and comes complete with easy-to-read maps for every region.


Bangkok 8

Bangkok 8

Author: John Burdett

Publisher: Vintage Crime/Black Lizard

Published: 2003-06-03

Total Pages: 329

ISBN-13: 1400040914

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A thriller with attitude to spare, Bangkok 8 is a sexy, razor-edged, often darkly hilarious novel set in one of the world’s most exotic cities. Witnessed by a throng of gaping spectators, a charismatic Marine sergeant is murdered under a Bangkok bridge inside a bolted-shut Mercedes Benz. Among the witnesses are the only two cops in the city not on the take, but within moments one is murdered and his partner, Sonchai Jitpleecheep—a devout Buddhist and the son of a Thai bar girl and a long-gone Vietnam War G.I.—is hell-bent on wreaking revenge. On a vigilante mission to capture his partner’s murderer, Sonchai is begrudgingly paired with a beautiful FBI agent named Jones and captures her heart in the process. In a city fueled by illicit drugs and infinite corruption, prostitution and priceless art, Sonchai’s quest for vengeance takes him into a world much more sinister than he could have ever imagined.


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Download or read book Bangkok 8 written by John Burdett and published by Vintage Crime/Black Lizard. This book was released on 2003-06-03 with total page 329 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A thriller with attitude to spare, Bangkok 8 is a sexy, razor-edged, often darkly hilarious novel set in one of the world’s most exotic cities. Witnessed by a throng of gaping spectators, a charismatic Marine sergeant is murdered under a Bangkok bridge inside a bolted-shut Mercedes Benz. Among the witnesses are the only two cops in the city not on the take, but within moments one is murdered and his partner, Sonchai Jitpleecheep—a devout Buddhist and the son of a Thai bar girl and a long-gone Vietnam War G.I.—is hell-bent on wreaking revenge. On a vigilante mission to capture his partner’s murderer, Sonchai is begrudgingly paired with a beautiful FBI agent named Jones and captures her heart in the process. In a city fueled by illicit drugs and infinite corruption, prostitution and priceless art, Sonchai’s quest for vengeance takes him into a world much more sinister than he could have ever imagined.


Bangkok Express

Bangkok Express

Author: James Newman

Publisher: Booksmango

Published: 2010-04-27

Total Pages: 164

ISBN-13: 1409277542

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Bangkok Express is an often hilarious, always dangerous, fast moving tale of the tricks and turns in an exotic land where what meets the eye often fools, if not confuses, the observer. Joe leaves behind a life of commuter trains, a messy divorce, and an egotistical boss to undertake an assignment that changes his life forever. For Joe, Thailand is a private investigator’s hardest challenge. A land where women, drink and drugs come with no warning attached and nothing is what it seems. Can Joe untangle a web of corruption and lies and write the report that the ‘suits’ want to see? Or is there something else on offer, something that will bring more happiness than that of a ‘job well done’?Bangkok Express is a beautifully bizarre, exotic novel that will leave the reader feeling like they just stepped off a fast moving train in the world’s most exciting city.


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Download or read book Bangkok Express written by James Newman and published by Booksmango. This book was released on 2010-04-27 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bangkok Express is an often hilarious, always dangerous, fast moving tale of the tricks and turns in an exotic land where what meets the eye often fools, if not confuses, the observer. Joe leaves behind a life of commuter trains, a messy divorce, and an egotistical boss to undertake an assignment that changes his life forever. For Joe, Thailand is a private investigator’s hardest challenge. A land where women, drink and drugs come with no warning attached and nothing is what it seems. Can Joe untangle a web of corruption and lies and write the report that the ‘suits’ want to see? Or is there something else on offer, something that will bring more happiness than that of a ‘job well done’?Bangkok Express is a beautifully bizarre, exotic novel that will leave the reader feeling like they just stepped off a fast moving train in the world’s most exciting city.


Bangkok Tattoo

Bangkok Tattoo

Author: John Burdett

Publisher: Vintage Crime/Black Lizard

Published: 2005-05-10

Total Pages: 320

ISBN-13: 1400044901

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Detective Sonchai Jitpleecheep of the Royal Thai Police returns in his riveting and smokily atmospheric new thriller.A farang–a foreigner–has been murdered, his body horribly mutilated, at the Bangkok brothel co-owned by Sonchai’s mother and his boss. The dead man was a CIA agent. To make matters worse, the apparent culprit is sweet-natured Chanya, the brothel’s top earner and a woman whom the devoutly Buddhist sleuth has loved for several lifetimes. How can Sonchai solve this crime without sending Chanya to prison? How can he engage in a cover-up without endangering his karma? And how will he ever get to the bottom of a case whose interested parties include American spooks, Muslim fundamentalists, and gangsters from three countries? As addictive as opium, as hot as Sriracha chili sauce, and bursting with surprises, Bangkok Tattoo will leave its mark on you.


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Download or read book Bangkok Tattoo written by John Burdett and published by Vintage Crime/Black Lizard. This book was released on 2005-05-10 with total page 320 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Detective Sonchai Jitpleecheep of the Royal Thai Police returns in his riveting and smokily atmospheric new thriller.A farang–a foreigner–has been murdered, his body horribly mutilated, at the Bangkok brothel co-owned by Sonchai’s mother and his boss. The dead man was a CIA agent. To make matters worse, the apparent culprit is sweet-natured Chanya, the brothel’s top earner and a woman whom the devoutly Buddhist sleuth has loved for several lifetimes. How can Sonchai solve this crime without sending Chanya to prison? How can he engage in a cover-up without endangering his karma? And how will he ever get to the bottom of a case whose interested parties include American spooks, Muslim fundamentalists, and gangsters from three countries? As addictive as opium, as hot as Sriracha chili sauce, and bursting with surprises, Bangkok Tattoo will leave its mark on you.


Good Thai Girl: Bangkok Guide to Nice Thai Girls... Not Hookers

Good Thai Girl: Bangkok Guide to Nice Thai Girls... Not Hookers

Author: Linda Chomatree

Publisher: Linda Chomatree

Published: 2022-11-04

Total Pages: 70

ISBN-13:

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A good Thai girl spills the inside story about dating Thai women. You can find love in Thailand with girls who are marriage material, look like billboard fashion models, work in office jobs, speak fluent English, and don't see you as just a meal ticket. But it's not easy or automatic. In Thailand, you can't just approach strangers in public, even at a club or bar. And many of the women who you might think are "good Thai girls" are actually prostitutes in disguise. This book is the complete Thai insider's guide to meet good Thai girls, online or offline, understand typical Thai girls and red flags to watch for, go on a first date, proceed to sex, and pursue a long-term relationship. Learn Thai cultural points, such as spotting ladyboys, negotiating a family's requests for a marriage dowry, and even dressing for a date in Bangkok. It's not hard. You don't have to speak Thai. Even if you've never been to Thailand before, you can manage it. Linda Chomatree was born in Bangkok, studied in the US and the UK, and now travels between the US and Bangkok, working in her family's real estate business. She's seen foreigners in Thailand fall flat on their faces dating prostitutes or embarrassing themselves trying to chat up random women on the street. This book is her project to try to help foreign men find love with Thai women who aren't prostitutes and who don't tarnish Thai women's image. Your good Thai girl is waiting for you. This book is for finding her.


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Download or read book Good Thai Girl: Bangkok Guide to Nice Thai Girls... Not Hookers written by Linda Chomatree and published by Linda Chomatree. This book was released on 2022-11-04 with total page 70 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A good Thai girl spills the inside story about dating Thai women. You can find love in Thailand with girls who are marriage material, look like billboard fashion models, work in office jobs, speak fluent English, and don't see you as just a meal ticket. But it's not easy or automatic. In Thailand, you can't just approach strangers in public, even at a club or bar. And many of the women who you might think are "good Thai girls" are actually prostitutes in disguise. This book is the complete Thai insider's guide to meet good Thai girls, online or offline, understand typical Thai girls and red flags to watch for, go on a first date, proceed to sex, and pursue a long-term relationship. Learn Thai cultural points, such as spotting ladyboys, negotiating a family's requests for a marriage dowry, and even dressing for a date in Bangkok. It's not hard. You don't have to speak Thai. Even if you've never been to Thailand before, you can manage it. Linda Chomatree was born in Bangkok, studied in the US and the UK, and now travels between the US and Bangkok, working in her family's real estate business. She's seen foreigners in Thailand fall flat on their faces dating prostitutes or embarrassing themselves trying to chat up random women on the street. This book is her project to try to help foreign men find love with Thai women who aren't prostitutes and who don't tarnish Thai women's image. Your good Thai girl is waiting for you. This book is for finding her.