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Charles Henry Keyes: A Biography

Charles Henry Keyes: A Biography

Decker, Maud Keyes

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Historical FiguresFiction AnthologiesSoutheast Asian History

ISBN10: 1163156868
ISBN13: 9781163156865
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 256
Weight: 0.76
Height: 0.54 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Charles Henry Keyes: A Biography by Maud Keyes Decker is a comprehensive account of the life and achievements of Charles Henry Keyes, an American educator and missionary who played a significant role in the development of education in Thailand. The book traces Keyes' life from his childhood in Vermont to his arrival in Thailand in 1882, where he worked as a missionary and educator for over 50 years.The biography provides a detailed account of Keyes' work in establishing schools and colleges in Thailand, including the prestigious Chulalongkorn University in Bangkok. It also highlights his contributions to the development of Thai literature and the translation of important works into the Thai language.The book also delves into Keyes' personal life, including his marriage to fellow missionary Anna McGilvary and their family life in Thailand. It explores his struggles with illness and personal loss, as well as his enduring commitment to his work and the people of Thailand.Overall, Charles Henry Keyes: A Biography is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of education and missionary work in Thailand, as well as the life of one of its most influential figures.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.

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