In this deeply personal and historically significant memoir, Pridi Banomyong, former regent and prime minister of Siam (Thailand), takes readers on a journey through one of the most turbulent periods in modern Southeast Asian history. Forced into exile in the People's Republic of China, Pridi reflects on his life's work as a democratic leader, his involvement in the 1932 Siamese Revolution, and his experiences with key figures such as Mussolini, Emperor Hirohito and Mao Zedong. This memoir offers a unique perspective on the geopolitical landscape of Southeast Asia during the mid-twentieth century, the challenges of leading a nation through war and conflict, and the personal sacrifices of a life dedicated to the pursuit of democracy and justice. With unwavering honesty, Pridi Banomyong recounts the struggles and triumphs of his exile, shedding light on the complex interplay between global powers and the fate of smaller nations like Thailand. Discover the untold stories of one of Thailand's most significant political figures as he navigates the perilous waters of exile, reflecting on his life, his country and his unyielding belief in the possibility of a peaceful and just world.
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My Turbulent Life and 21 Years of Exile in the People’s Republic of China
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My Turbulent Life and 21 Years of Exile in the People’s Republic of China
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Table of contents
- Contents
- Foreword
- Editor’s Note
- General Introduction
- 1. My Farewell to the People’s Republic of China
- 2. My Revolutionary Youth
- 3. My Meetings with Mussolini, Pierre Laval, Sir Samuel Hoare, Hjalmar Schacht, Cordell Hull, and Japanese Emperor Hirohito
- 4. The Underground Kingdom of Siam
- 5. The Southeast Asian League
- 6. My Meetings with President Chiang Kai-Shek and His Vice President Li Zongren, President Roxas, President Truman, King George VI and President Léon Blum
- 7. The Reactionary Coup d’État and My First Escape from Siam to Singapore and China
- 8. The Defeat of the Grand Palace Insurrection (26 February 1949)
- 9. The Adventure of My Second Escape from Siam to the People’s Republic of China
- 10. Hospitality of the People’s Republic
- 11. Present at the Creation of the People’s Republic of China on 1 October 1949
- 12. Factors, the Process to Victory, and Progress of the Chinese People
- 13. The Peoples of China
- 14. Special Features of the Chinese Communist Party and Vital Skills of Its Leader
- 15. The United Front Strategy
- 16. The People’s Army Without Ranks or Stripes
- 17. The Socialist and Communist System in the People’s Republic of China
- 18. State Power Before Its Decline in the People’s Republic of China
- 19. Continuous Revolution for Economic Transformation in the People’s Republic of China
- 20. People’s Communes in China
- 21. The Great Proletarian Cultural Revolution and Socialist Ideological Education in the People’s Republic of China
- 22. The Red Guard and Youth During the Great Revolution
- 23. A New Type of Chinese Person and the New Teaching System
- 24. Potential Economic Power of the People’s Republic of China and Economic Planning Systems
- 26. The Problem of Overseas Chinese People
- 27. Methods for Liberating Chinese Provinces Since the Founding of the People’s Republic
- 28. Mao Zedong’s Real Conception of Paper Tigers
- 29. Issues of Pollution and Automobile Accidents in the People’s Republic of China
- 30. The Former Chinese Emperor Who Became a New Citizen of the People’s Republic
- Conclusion
- Notes
- Pridi Banomyong – A Short Biography
- Index
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