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Religion, Space and Conflict in Sri Lanka: Colonial and Postcolonial Contexts
0Explore the dynamic relationship between religion, space, and conflict in Sri Lanka’s colonial and postcolonial history. This incisive study analyzes how spatial arrangements and differing worldviews fueled inter-religious and communal tensions, drawing parallels between past and present dynamics. Essential for scholars and students of South Asian studies, religious studies, peace studies, and colonial/postcolonial contexts, the book utilizes insights from human geography and historical fieldwork. Gain a deeper understanding of Sri Lanka’s complex socio-religious landscape and the enduring impact of spatial narratives on conflict and reconciliation.
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Religion, Space and Conflict in Sri Lanka: Colonial and Postcolonial Contexts (Routledge South Asian Religion Series)
0Uncover the deep connections between religion, space, and conflict in Sri Lanka’s colonial and postcolonial journey. This vital work uses human geography and peace studies to analyze how spatial dynamics and diverse worldviews ignited inter-religious and inter-communal tensions. From colonial legacies to post-war developments, explore the complex interplay of beliefs and territory in Sri Lanka. Essential reading for scholars and students of South Asian religion, Sri Lankan studies, and anyone interested in the roots of conflict.