Contains articles collected for distribution at the funeral of the author's parents. Discusses Buddhism; Thai history in connection with imperialism; extra-territorial rights; the role of Mountbatten in Asia; Thai and U.S. relationships; and foreign relations during the reign of King Rama V. Describes the life of Pina de Gumar (Phaulkon's wife). Comments on "Golden Treasury of Thai Lyrics" by P.N. Pramuanmark. Traces the sources of certain Thai words and traditions. Explains the origin of universities and describes an English Christmas. Deals with the origin and the peoples of the Thai race. Explains a Thai's formula for happiness. Points out communist threat to Southeast Asia and to world order. [TAIC]