Harris: Cambodian Buddhism CL

The book provides a comprehensive history of religion in Cambodia, focusing on the unique aspects of its Theravada Buddhist tradition. It explores the influence of tantric Mahayana practices during the reign of Jayavarman VII and the evolution of Theravada following the fall of Angkor. The author examines the impact of foreign influences on Buddhism in the 19th century and its role in Khmer nationalism. Additionally, it details the near destruction of institutional Buddhism under the Khmer Rouge and its subsequent revival, highlighting the resilience and adaptation of Cambodian Buddhism through tumultuous periods.