via Thai PBS, 20 August 2023: Thai PBS’ obituary on Professor Nidhi Eoseewong, a distinguished Thai historian who disputed mainstream Thai history and was honored with several awards. His passing was mentioned earlier here.
“It is no exaggeration to say that a significant portion of Thailand’s history from the Ayudhya Dynasty onward has been wholly rewritten by him. In addition to his academic activities as a historian, he continues to write witty and sensational columns on the culture, politics, and society of present-day Thailand, and thus has a strong social influence,” the citation continued.
The award was established by the Fukuoka City International Foundation to honor the outstanding work of individuals or organizations in preserving or creating Asian culture.
Apart from the Fukuoka Prize, Nidhi was also honored with the Sriburapha Award – which recognizes excellence in journalism, writing, and arts – as well as the Outstanding Research Award from the National Research Council of Thailand.
