“Rare Books 1 century” of the Ratchamangkhalaphisek National Library of Chiang Mai

Abstract

This article aims to present rare books that were printed before the year 1924 from the Ratchamangkhalaphisek National Library of Chiang Mai. These books are considered valuable academic resources, contributing to the study of history, the development of printing, typography, language, as well as the history, society, and culture of different regions in various time periods. Additionally, it discusses the origin and evolution of the Ratchamangkhalaphisek National Library of Chiang Mai, which serves as a significant repository of rare books in the region, spanning from the past to the present. It is an important resource for learning about rare books, particularly in the northern part of Thailand.