8.5x6 Inch **Thai Notebook** Notebook ? Perfect Size for Notes, Journaling, and Everyday Writing The Thai notebook is one of Thailand's cultural heritage artifacts for recording that has existed for thousands of years. It serves not only as a writing tool but also reflects the evolution of the nation?s intellect and art. **1. History** **Early Era** - **Sukhothai Period:** Utilized palm leaves as the primary medium, inscribing text with a sharp iron tool. - **Ayutthaya Period:** Started using mulberry paper imported from China and Japan. **Characteristics of Traditional Thai Notebooks** - Made from mulberry paper or sa paper. - Folded into booklet shapes (known as "bubwa") or rolled as "krong" books. - Written with white pencils and Chinese ink. **Important Uses** - Recording the Tripitaka. - Official chronicles. - Medical and astrological texts. **2. Various Tales** - **Legend of the Magical Notebook at Wat Phra Chetuphon:** It is said that an ancient Thai notebook located in Wat Phra Chetuphon Wimon Mangkhalaram can predict the future, but it can only be opened by those with pure hearts. - **The Forbidden Notebook of Khun Phan:** In the literary work "Khun Chang Khun Phaen," there is a mention of Khun Phan's notebook of magic spells, cursed so that anyone who reads it will face danger. **Beliefs about Thai Notebooks** - It is forbidden to destroy old notebooks as it is believed they house the spirits of knowledge. - Writing a new notebook must be preceded by a ritual to pay respect to teachers. **3. Evolution to the Present** - **During King Rama V's Era:** The use of Western-style paper began. - **Today:** Thai notebooks have become collectibles and works of art. **4. Thai Notebooks in Contemporary Culture** - Used in important royal ceremonies. - Serve as inspiration for modern notebook designs. - Handcrafted Thai notebooks have become artistic creations. Thai notebooks are not merely recording instruments; they are living pages of history waiting for the new generation to read and continue their legacy. ??