Chin: Our Little Siamese Cousin (1909)

Chin: Our Little Siamese Cousin is a children's book written by Mary Hazelton Blanchard Wade and published in 1909. The story follows the life of a young Siamese boy named Chin, who lives in Siam (now known as Thailand). The book provides a glimpse into the culture, customs, and daily life of the Siamese people, as seen through the eyes of a child. The story is told in a simple and engaging style, with colorful illustrations that help bring the characters and setting to life. Through Chin's experiences, readers learn about Siamese food, clothing, religion, and family life. The book also touches on the importance of education and the role of Buddhism in Siamese society. Overall, Chin: Our Little Siamese Cousin is an enjoyable and educational read for children interested in learning about different cultures and ways of life.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.