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  Sunthorn Phu
Sunthorn Phu's original intention was to join his father and enter the monkhood for a term.
Sunthorn Phu ventured to make public criticism of some lines written by the Prince, sometimes going to the extent of improving the lines by rewriting them extempore, a kind of work at which he was particularly adept.
But Sunthorn Phu reigns supreme, because in all his poetry, in Phra Abhai Mani, in his Nirats with their mixture of romance, pathos and humour, he touched the heartstrings of the common people.
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  Sunthorn Pu   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Der Vater von Sunthorn Phu stammte aus der Gegend von Rayong, seine Frau befand sich jedoch lange Zeit in der Hauptstadt Bangkok, wo sie auch ihren Sohn zur Welt brachte.
Beide wurden in den Kerker geworfen, nach kurzer Zeit jedoch wieder entlassen.
Auch Prinz Jesdabodin-dra verfasste eifrig Dichtungen, deren Qualität jedoch von Sunthorn Phu öffentlich angezweifelt wurden.
www.biologie.de /biowiki/Sunthorn_Pu   (369 words)

  
 Sunthorn Phu - Online   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Sunthorn Phu (or Sunthon Phu, Thai: สุนทรภู่, 1786–1855) is Thailand's best-known poet.
A commoner, Sunthorn Phu broke from tradition by writing in more ordinary language and about less-elevated topics than previous writers.
Sunthorn's nine Nirats, which record his associations between memories and sites he visited, are also popular.
sunthorn-phu.encyclopediahome.com /zdnet/Sunthorn_Phu   (550 words)

  
 Sunthorn Phu Information
Sunthorn Phu (or Sunthon Phu, Thai สุนทรภู่, 1786–1855)(Thai พระสุนทรโวหาร) is Thailand's best-known poet.
In his late teens, he was imprisoned for having an affair with a lady at court.
The Statue of Sunthorn Phu in Rayong Province
www.bookrags.com /wiki/Sunthorn_Phu   (247 words)

  
 Sunthorn Phu - Thailand's Greatest Poet
In the case of Sunthorn Phu's parentage, for example, it was eventually agreed that his father was a native of Rayong, while his mother came from Phetchaburi.
Today, Sunthorn Phu is accepted as one of the greatest poets Thailand ever produced, and he holds his place among theleading poets of the world.
Sunthorn Phu was born in the fifth year of the reign of King Rama I. His father was a native of Muang Klaeng, a township in the province of Rayong, but his married life was spent in Bangkok.
www.thaistudents.com /literature/sunthornphu.html   (2196 words)

  
 SUNTHORN PHU
SUNTHORN PHU was born in the fifth year of the reign of King Rama I,on June 26, 1786.
Phu was given a position at courtand often consulted and advised the King who at that time was writing his Ramakien.
The greatness of Sunthorn Phu lies in his simplicity and sincerity of expression.
www.geocities.com /tathisri/sunthornphu.htm   (395 words)

  
 Thailand Life - Sunthon Phu
Sunthon Phu (1789 - 1856) was perhaps the greatest poet of the Bangkok period in line with Siprat of Ayutthaya period.
Phu was a common man. He was born in Klang, Rayong and was educated at a temple.
Suthorn Phu's original intention was to join his father and enter the monkhood for a term.
www.thailandlife.com /sunthorn.html   (1813 words)

  
 Hotels and Resorts, Thailand
Sunthon Phu Day is held annually on 26 June, the date of his birth.
Sunthon Phu was the early Rattanakosin Period’s foremost poet, and his poems are widely acclaimed for their lyrical verse and pictorial language.
The Robing of the Phra Chedi Klang Nam is a traditional fair held annually during the full-moon period of the 12th lunar month, coinciding with Loi Krathong Festival in November.
www.siammedee.com /thailand/Rayong_and_Koh_Samed/information.htm   (2528 words)

  
 Thailand's Shakespeare? Sunthorn Phu: ThingsAsian
Sunthorn Phu (1786-1855), poet of the Rattanakosin period (1772-present), has become known as the People's Poet of Thailand.
Though Sunthorn spent much of his life under royal patronage, he was of humble origins and his themes appealed to a more popular taste.
Indeed, even within Thailand, Sunthorn's popularity was assured not by the royalty, but by a foreign printer, who in 1870 became rich by printing the poet's masterpiece in serial form and selling it to Thai people.
www.thingsasian.com /stories-photos/2441   (1446 words)

  
 Sunthron Phu   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Sunthorn Phu was born in B.E. After the separation, his father returned to Ban Kram, Muang Klang, and since then became a Buddhist monk.
Sunthorn Phu came back to Bangkok in 2356 and served as an officer in the palace.
Sunthorn Phu moved to Wat Thepthidar in 2383 and was supported by Princess Apsornsudarthep.
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 Sunthorn Pu - Suchergebnis zu Sunthorn Pu - Definition zu Sunthorn Pu - Deutsches Bedeutungswörterbuch - ...
Sunthorn Phus Vater stammte aus der Gegend von Rayong, seine Frau befand sich jedoch lange Zeit in der Hauptstadt Bangkok, wo sie auch ihren Sohn zur Welt brachte.
Auch Prinz Jesdabodin-dra verfasste eifrig Dichtungen, deren Qualität jedoch von Sunthorn Phu öffentlich angezweifelt wurde.
Pu, Sunthorn Pu, Sunthorn Kategorie:Thailänder Pu, Sunthorn Kategorie:Geboren 1786 Kategorie:Gestorben 1855 {{Personendaten
www.bedeutungswoerterbuch.de /Sunthorn_Pu.html   (399 words)

  
 Sunthorn Phu at Old Poetry
Sunthorn (or Sunthon) Phu was born in Bangkok in 1786.
Phu spent his childhood with his mother -- a wet nurse to a princess of the royal family -- within the palace of King Rama I. He received a standard education in the Wat Sri Sudaram monastery in Klong Bangkok Noi, and went on to take a job as a clerk in a government office.
After a short stay, Phu was granted a full pardon by the king, and returned to his high position in the royal court as instructor to the royal sons and general literary-advisor.
www.oldpoetry.com /oauthor/show/Sunthorn_Phu   (735 words)

  
 Thailand official news and information   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Sunthorn Phu became a Buddhist monk and went on extended pilgrimage, also trekking to his father’s home in Rayong.
At the time when literacy was confined to the royal court, Sunthorn phu’s numerous poetic works became well known among the general public.
A monument to Sunthorn Phu was built in a park not far from the seaside, featuring the main characters from the story of Phra Abhai Mani.
thailand.prd.go.th /the_focus_view.php?id=795   (367 words)

  
 Rayong Koh Samet   (Site not responding. Last check: )
This scenic fishing port is sheltered on the west by a rocky outcrop, and by the island of Koh Samet to the south.
The island is remembered by students of Thai literature as the place where Sunthorn Phu, a flamboyantly romantic court poet, retired to compose some of his works.
Farther down Route 3 is the town of Klaeng, birthplace of the poet, Sunthorn Phu, who lived during the reigns of Rama II and Rama III.
www.thailand-travelers.info /rayong.htm   (827 words)

  
 NJ's Rooms : Magazine : Feature Stories: Poetic justice   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Sunthorn Phu was born in Rattanakosin on June 26, 1786, during the first reign of the Chakri Dynasty.
Aside from the problem that Mae Jun was a direct female servant of the King, Sunthorn Phu’s womanising was a constant cause of irritation and led to many quarrels.
Sunthorn Phu was the King’s favourite poet and even partnered the king in composing the famous Khun Chang, Khun Phaen.
www.nationjunior.com /features/index.php?cID=3036   (809 words)

  
 Sunthorn Pu - Schlauweb   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Sunthorn Phus Verwandter stammte aus der Gegend von Rayong, seine Frau befand sich jedoch nachhaltig in der Gemarkung Bangkok, wo sie auch ihren Sohn zur Welt brachte.
Sunthorn Phu wurde kurze Zeit später nochmal entlassen und als Hofdichter eingesetzt.
Auch Infant Jesdabodin-dra verfasste eifrig Dichtungen, deren Qualität jedoch von Sunthorn Phu öffentlich angezweifelt wurde.
www.schlauweb.de /Sunthorn_Pu   (541 words)

  
 KOH SAMET HOTELS GUIDE | The History of Koh Samet
Sparkling white sand and cliffs rising from an azure sea...the archipelago of Samet Island is the setting that inspired classical Thai poet, Sunthorn Phu, to write his most famous epics: Phra Aphai Manee, a story of princes, sages, mermaids and giants.
That was 150 years ago, and today you can still enjoy the magical qualities of Samet and surrounding areas.
The magical beauty settings of Samed Island inspired the great Thai poet, named Sunthorn Phu, to write the great Thai Epic - Phra Apai Manee (a story of princes, saga, mermaid and giants) over 150 years ago.
www.kohsametislandguide.com /history.html   (761 words)

  
 Kings of the Chakri Dynasty
Rama II, acceded to the throne peacefully and was fortunate to have inherited the crown during a time of stability.
His Reign was remarkable for the heights attained by Thai poetry, particularly in the works by the King himself and of Sunthorn Phu, one of the court poets.
The reigns of King Rama II and his two sons, Rama III and IV, marked the first stage in the Thai kingdom's dealings with the West during the age of Imperialism.
www.soravij.com /kings.html   (1033 words)

  
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Sunthorn Phu is located in the village of Ban Kram,
Sunthorn Phu showed his poetic talent in his youth.
Sunthorn Phu was declared world poet by UNESCO
www.bangkoksite.com /rayong/Statue.htm   (124 words)

  
 Literature in Thailand Summary
The literary career of Sunthorn Phu (1786–1856), Thailand's most famous poet and author of several famous nirat poems and the lengthy poem Phra Aphaimani, is also associated with the reign of Rama II.
The most important poet in Thai literature was Sunthorn Phu, who is best known for his romantic adventure story Phra Aphai Mani and nine travel pieces called Nirats.
Kings Rama V and Rama VI were also writers, mainly of non-fiction works as part of their programme to combine Western knowledge with traditional Thai culture.
www.bookrags.com /Literature_in_Thailand   (1151 words)

  
 Sunthorn Phu - Education - Information - Educational Resources - Encyclopedia - Music
Sunthorn Phu (or Sunthon Phu, 1786–1855) is Thailand's best-known poet.
A commoner, he broke from tradition by writing in more ordinary language and about less elevated topics than previous writers.
The Statue of Sunthorn Phu in Rayong Province
education.music.us /S/Sunthorn-Phu.htm   (407 words)

  
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 The Nation "Explore" on Saturday
Rayong province is commemorating the birthday of Sunthorn Phu, Thailand’s greatest poet (1786-1855).
The highlight of the celebration, which runs through Monday, is a performance depicting Sunthorn Phu’s childhood during the early days of the Chakri Dynasty.
A tribute to the poet will be staged on Sunday and Monday at the Sunthorn Phu Memorial Park at Ban Kram in Klang District.
www.nationmultimedia.com /explore/20050625/index.php?news=column_17830644.html   (566 words)

  
 Rayong Guide
The statue of Sunthorn Phu is located in the village of Bang Krum, the birth place of Sunthorn Phu's father.
There is a well-kept memorial park at the house site along with the statue of the poet in a seated position on a small hill overlooking an ornamental pond.
Sunthorn Phu was a great poet of the Rattanakosin Era and has been praised by UNESCO as an eminent classical poet of the world.
www.starhotel.th.com /guide.html   (334 words)

  
 A Poet For Tv - Thailand Forum
It is very rare that threads on TV move into the subject of literature, although there have been exceptions.
If there is one poet who could be elected as TV’s “poet laureate”, then it must be Sunthorn.
Sunthorn Phu also wrote advice for gentlemen, which has had an important influence on Thai culture.
www.thaivisa.com /forum/index.php?showtopic=32909&st=15   (1870 words)

  
 Sunthorn Pu
Der Vater von Sunthorn Phu stammte aus der Gegend von Rayong
Sunthorn Phu wird als einer der größten Dichter von Thailand angesehen.
Dieser Artikel basiert auf dem Artikel Sunthorn Pu aus der freien Enzyklopädie wikipedia und steht unter der GNU Lizenz für freie Dokumentation.
www.geschi.de /glossar/geschi/Sunthorn_Pu.html   (323 words)

  
 Thailand Blogs - Sunthorn Phu
I was pretty good with poetry growing up and obviously, Sunthorn Phu is one of my inspiration.
Actually, in 8th grade, I wrote an "epic" parody of Phra Abhai Mani, 5 chapters of at least 4 pages of "Glon 8"--8-syllable poetry Sunthorn Phu is famous for.
The starting point was from toying with one of the verse we were learning in class.
www.thai-blogs.com /index.php?p=477&more=1&c=1&tb=1&pb=1   (1804 words)

  
 Suthon Phu Day in Thailand
Sriwittayapaknam School > English Homepage > Thailand Festivals > Sunthorn Phu Day
June 26 is celebrated every year as Sunthorn Phu Day.
Recognised by UNESCO, the celebrated Rattanakosin poet, Sunthorn Phu is remembered for his classical literary works by all Thai people old and young.
www.sriwittayapaknam.ac.th /sunthorn.html   (80 words)

  
 Richard Barrow: Promoting Thai Life and Culture to the World - Sunthorn Phu
Finally, after many adventures in the course of a colourful career, he attained the distinction of Poet Laureate and was created Phra Sunthorn Voharn.
Today, Sunthorn Phu is accepted as one of the greatest poets Thailand ever produced, and he holds his place among the leading poets of the world.
I think one of the important things about Sunthorn Phu today is how much he influences Thai life even though he has been dead many years.
www.richardbarrow.com /content/view/127/71   (423 words)

  
 Thailand Life - Sunthorn Phu, The Story of "Phra Aphai Mani"
Thailand Life - Sunthorn Phu, The Story of "Phra Aphai Mani"
Phra Aphai Mani and his brother, Sisuwan were princes who were sent to study by their father as he hoped they could use the knowledge gained to rule the country, but Phra Aphai came back with the knowledge of playing the pipe and his brother at sword-fighting.
You can see statues of these characters if you visit Puektian Beach in Phetchaburi Province.
www.thailandlife.com /sunthorn_001.htm   (503 words)

  
 wat_thepthidaram @ bangkoktourist.com
Erected by Rama III in 1836 for his daughter, Princess Wilat, the temple in the Sino-Thai architectural style was significant for it once sheltered Thailand 's renowned poet, Sunthon Phu, between 1839 and 1842.
It has been steadily kept in good condition and has been awarded the best preserved Thai architecture by the Siam Architects' Society in 1994.
But Sunthon Phu's old residence in the left building has been turned into a small museum with exhibits from the poet's time such as the alms, crockery, cutlery, and betel chew set.
www.bangkoktourist.com /unseen_historical_sunthon_phu_abode.php   (287 words)

  
 WAT THEPTHIDARAM WORAWIHARN,Temples , Thailand , Bangkok Thailand, map google earth , google earth , googleearth
Decorations in the temple grounds are Chinese stone statues of people and animals such as courtiers seated on the floor.
Sunthorn Phu's quarters : This kuti was occupied by Sunthorn Phu, the major poet of the early Ratanakosin period, who was ordained here as monk.
Sunthorn Phu was honoured for his outstanding cultural works by UNESCO in 1986
www.tripsthailand.com /places_wat_thepthidaram.php   (286 words)

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