Bangkok Wakes to Rain Summary
Pitchaya Sudbanthad

Bangkok Wakes to Rain Overview

Bangkok Wakes to Rain tells the story of the Thai capital and several people it affects over a span more than 150 years. Told from the third-person omniscient point of view, the novel, through its wide-ranging characters, explores how Bangkok transitions from a small Siamese settlement to a super-populated, sprawling, metropolis. The narrative also speculates on the city's future, including its endangerment by flooding, and the effect of technology on its inhabitants.