Pirates in Paradise
A Modern History of Southeast Asia’s Maritime Marauders
Stefan Eklofõ

ISBN 978-87-91114-37-3
2006. 184 pp, 14x21.5 cm
THB 495

Since the late-twentieth century, piracy has returned to the world’s oceans with a vengeance. Worst hit is Southeast Asia where thousands of people have lost their lives at the hands of pirates in the last 25 years. Here, oil tankers, cargo ships, passenger vessels, fishing boats and pleasure yachts all have been targets of ruthless attacks.

But who are these modern sea robbers who continue to infest the waters of Southeast Asia? Why have they not been suppressed by the security forces of the region? How serious is the problem for international shipping, for fishermen and for governments?

This book is the first attempt to address these questions in a comprehensive and integrated manner.