King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand was the longest reigning king in the world. Indeed, his 65-year reign was one of the longest reigns in the country's history, a predictable achievement when the Thai king ascended the throne after his brother's mysterious death in 1946. How did King Bhumibol revise his music of the Thai monarchy? Why did he become the most successful king in Thai history? This illustrated biography tells the remarkable story. Starting with an exhibition depicting the unique history and culture of the Thai monarchy, King Bhumibol Adulyadej: A New and In-depth Story of Lifetime Works, ranging from his birth in America and his education in Europe to his unexpected accession to the throne. Following in his footsteps through the Cold War and the Indochina War, the book shows how the king used his position to help improve the country and its people and achieve his kingship. King Bhumibol Adulyadej: Lifetime Works also include in-depth chapters on the often misunderstood Kingdom support institutions - the Royal Property Office and the Advisory Council - and essays on controversial lese-majesté laws and succession cases.