Monarchical Manipulation in Cambodia: France, Japan, and the Sihanouk Crusade for Independence
توسط
Geoffrey C. Gunn
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Biography
Manga
فرمت
جلد نرم
صفحات
521
زبان
انگلیسی
منتشر شده
May 1, 2018
ناشر
NIAS Press/Nordic Institute of Asian Studies
ISBN-10
8776942384
ISBN-13
9788776942380
توضیحات
In recent Cambodian history, few figures loom as large as Norodom Sihanouk, whose complex legacy intertwines with the nation's quest for independence. Geoffrey C. Gunn meticulously explores Sihanouk's pivotal role amidst the political ambitions of France and Japan, highlighting how his maneuvering shaped Cambodia's fight for autonomy. The narrative delves into Sihanouk's strategies, revealing a leader who navigated treacherous waters in an era marked by colonialism and shifting alliances.
Gunn's examination not only provides insight into Sihanouk's leadership but also examines the broader geopolitical context of Southeast Asia during the mid-20th century. The interplay between local desires for self-determination and foreign influence creates a textured backdrop against which Sihanouk's personal and political ambitions unfolded. Through this lens, readers gain a deeper understanding of how historical narratives are often crafted through the tensions of power, resistance, and compromise.
Through detailed analysis and richly woven historical accounts, the work sheds light on the formidable challenges faced by Cambodia as it sought to forge its identity. Sihanouk emerges not just as a monarch but as a pivotal actor striving for a nation’s independence in a turbulent world, leaving a lasting imprint on Cambodia’s historical landscape.
Gunn's examination not only provides insight into Sihanouk's leadership but also examines the broader geopolitical context of Southeast Asia during the mid-20th century. The interplay between local desires for self-determination and foreign influence creates a textured backdrop against which Sihanouk's personal and political ambitions unfolded. Through this lens, readers gain a deeper understanding of how historical narratives are often crafted through the tensions of power, resistance, and compromise.
Through detailed analysis and richly woven historical accounts, the work sheds light on the formidable challenges faced by Cambodia as it sought to forge its identity. Sihanouk emerges not just as a monarch but as a pivotal actor striving for a nation’s independence in a turbulent world, leaving a lasting imprint on Cambodia’s historical landscape.
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