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Banishment and Belonging investigates the complex histories of exile and diaspora in Sri Lanka, tracing how various communities experienced displacement and sought to establish belonging across different historical periods. Through detailed examination of religious, political, and social contexts, Ronit Ricci demonstrates how exile has been a formative experience in shaping the island’s cultural landscape.
The work employs the terms Sarandib, Lanka, and Ceylon to reflect different historical periods and perspectives on the island, emphasizing how nomenclature itself reflects changing political and cultural identities. Ricci analyzes the experiences of diverse groups including religious minorities, political exiles, and diaspora communities, revealing interconnected patterns of displacement and adaptation.
Part of the Asian Connections series, this book contributes to broader understandings of diaspora studies in South and Southeast Asia, offering insights into how exile communities maintain cultural memory and negotiate new identities across geographical boundaries.
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