Thongchai Winichakul
Thongchai Winichakul is a prominent Thai historian known for his influential work on the concept of mapping and its implications on national identity, particularly in Southeast Asia. His book 'Siam Mapped' critically examines how geographic perceptions shape political and cultural realities, arguing that the historical mapping of a nation can have profound effects on its collective consciousness and identity.
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guyana | 1 | 8.00 | 0.09% | +0% | 786,552 | 739 | $6,000 | 6$ |
| Totals | 1 | 786,552 | 739 | $6,000 | 6$ |
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Guyana:
Thongchai Winichakul’s influential book Siam Mapped shows how countries can be limited or liberated by the maps they inherit.
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