Krai Thong

Krai Thong or Kraithong (Thai: ไกรทอง) is a Thai folktale, originating from Phichit Province. It tells the story of Chalawan, a crocodile lord who abducts a daughter of a wealthy Phichit man, and Kraithong, a merchant from Nonthaburi who seeks to kill Chalawan. The story was adapted into a play (lakhon nok), credited to King Rama II (r. 1809–1824),[1] and has seen various modern adaptations.

References

  1. ↑ Permkesorn, Nuanthip. "ไกรทอง" [Krai Thong]. Thai Literature Directory. Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn Anthropology Centre. Retrieved 16 June 2017.


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