Myanmar's Enemy Within
Myanmar's Enemy Within
How Religious Identity Fuels Violence Against the Rohingya
About This Book
Buddhist Extremism and Muslim Persecution in Myanmar (2017) investigates the brutal persecution of the Rohingya Muslim minority in western Myanmar. Starting with the violent episodes of 2012 and 2013, the book traces backward through history to reveal why anti-Muslim sentiment runs so deep in the nation. The narrative examines colonial-era policies under British rule, the emergence of Buddhist nationalism, and Myanmar's complicated path from military dictatorship toward democratic governance.
Who Should Read This?
- Students of Asian history and politics
- Readers seeking context behind international news headlines
- Those studying religious conflict and ethnic violence
- People interested in post-colonial Southeast Asia
- Anyone examining democratization processes
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