Abstract:
Bamboo Byways vividly depicts daily life in Southeast Asia through the stories of ordinary people like Kamala (a kindergarten teacher), Sanun (a rice farmer), Tawan (a charming grandmother), and many others. Based on personal observations and interviews, each chapter reveals scenes of human life, grace, hospitality, and hardships overcome by individuals who face an uncertain future with great optimism and hope. The book offers human inspiration and a greater cross-cultural awareness of the challenges encountered by people living on the other side of the planet.