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OverviewThis book seeks to illuminate how Thai elites have used democracy as an instrument for order and discipline. Drawing on interviews, numerous Thai language sources, and critical theory, the author reveals a remarkable adaptation of the idea of democracy in the Thai context. He shows how elites have drawn on Western political theory to design projects to create modern citizens. Connors argues that it is possible to see the idea and practice of elite liberal democracy in Thailand, and elsewhere, as a key ideological resource in the project of securing hegemony over undisciplined populations. In this perspective the ideas of civil society, civic virtue, social capital and democracy itself are all part of the weaponry deployed in an effort to create 'good citizens', who act as guardians of the elite defined common good. The book will be fascinating reading for Southeast Asia specialists, researchers on democratisation, national identity and the politics of Thailand. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Michael Kelly ConnorsPublisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd Imprint: Routledge Dimensions: Width: 15.60cm , Height: 1.90cm , Length: 23.40cm Weight: 0.566kg ISBN: 9780415272308ISBN 10: 0415272300 Pages: 282 Publication Date: 17 October 2002 Audience: College/higher education , Tertiary & Higher Education Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of Contents1. Introduction - Talking Democracy; 2. Making Democracy Mean Something; 3. Before the Doctrine - From Constitutional Democracy to Thai-style Democracy; 4. Developmental Democracy - Villages, Insurgency and Security; 5. Delayed Liberalism, the General Will - the Doctrine Entrenched; 6. Citizen King - Embodying Thainess; 7. New Times, New Constitution; 8. Liberalism, Civil Society and New Projects of Subjection; 9. Rethinking the Nation in Times of Crisis - Democracy, Civic Engagement and Community; 10. Final CommentsReviews'A welcome contribution to the study of modern Thailand.' - Studies in Ethnicity and Nationalism<br><br>'This is a wonderfully constructed and thought-provoking account of the many elements of modern Thai democracy discourse.' - Journal of Contemporary Asia Conners defines liberalism in the strict Wesern sense based on the primacy of the individual and the defence of individual liberties against the state and other threats. The crises of 1988 to 1992 convinced many in the elite that globalisation and economic growth had changed the game. THe old tutelage was outdated. New structures had to be created in which plural forces could compete. The people had to be educated into being good, active citizens or else they would go on electing the local godfather. <br>-Chris Baker, Bangkok, Thailand <br> 'A welcome contribution to the study of modern Thailand.' - Studies in Ethnicity and Nationalism'This is a wonderfully constructed and thought-provoking account of the many elements of modern Thai democracy discourse.' - Journal of Contemporary Asia Author InformationMichael Kelly Connors is Lecturer in Politics at La Trobe University, Melbourne. He has written articles for journals such as Democratization, Journal of Contemporary Asia and Thamyris, an International Journal of Feminist Inquiry. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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