Buddhism, Imperialism and War

Burma and Thailand in Modern History

Autori

• Trevor Oswald Ling

Parametri

• 166 pagine
• 6 ore di lettura

• Forze armate
• Scienze politiche & Politica
• Scienze sociali
• Storia
• Storia del mondo

Maggiori informazioni sul libro

The book delves into the paradox of Buddhism in the context of war and imperialism, focusing on Burma and Thailand. It investigates how these predominantly Buddhist nations navigate conflict while upholding the religion's core tenets of peace and harmony. By analyzing historical and social factors, the author provides insights into the complexities of Buddhist values in relation to warfare and imperialist pressures.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2024