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The interaction of Buddhism and politics in the Theravada Buddhist
countries since their independence is considered. Burmese attempts
to relate Buddhism to the ideologies of nationalism, democracy, and
socialism are analyzed. Originally published in 1965. The Princeton
Legacy Library uses the latest print-on-demand technology to again
make available previously out-of-print books from the distinguished
backlist of Princeton University Press. These editions preserve the
original texts of these important books while presenting them in
durable paperback and hardcover editions. The goal of the Princeton
Legacy Library is to vastly increase access to the rich scholarly
heritage found in the thousands of books published by Princeton
University Press since its founding in 1905.
Throughout India's history, religion has been the most powerful
single factor in the development of her civilization. Today,
despite her religious tradition, India is emerging as a secular
state. In this book, Donald E. Smith explores the origin of the
concept of secularization as it is found both in Indian culture and
in the example of the western nations. He emphasizes the important
role of secularization in India's total democratic experiment and
points out that the degree of its realization will undoubtedly
affect the eventual character of democracy in India. In addition,
the success or failure of the secular state in India cannot fail to
influence the attitudes of her neighbors. Professor Smith considers
the many aspects and implications of India's attempt to secularize
her government. Originally published in 1963. The Princeton Legacy
Library uses the latest print-on-demand technology to again make
available previously out-of-print books from the distinguished
backlist of Princeton University Press. These editions preserve the
original texts of these important books while presenting them in
durable paperback and hardcover editions. The goal of the Princeton
Legacy Library is to vastly increase access to the rich scholarly
heritage found in the thousands of books published by Princeton
University Press since its founding in 1905.
The work of twenty-two scholars is brought together in this
comparative study of the emerging relationships between religion
and politics in India, Pakistan, and Ceylon. Part I, "South Asia:
Unity and Diversity," presents a comparative analysis of
religio-political patterns in the three countries. Part II, "India:
The Politics of Religious Pluralism," emphasizes the rich diversity
of Indian religious life and its political consequences. Part III,
"Pakistan: The Politics of Islamic Identity," is chiefly concerned
with the political, ideological, and legal problems which Pakistan
has faced. Part IV, "Ceylon: The Politics of Buddhist Resurgence,"
emphasizes the dramatic developments by which Buddhists have become
deeply involved in politics. Originally published in 1966. The
Princeton Legacy Library uses the latest print-on-demand technology
to again make available previously out-of-print books from the
distinguished backlist of Princeton University Press. These
editions preserve the original texts of these important books while
presenting them in durable paperback and hardcover editions. The
goal of the Princeton Legacy Library is to vastly increase access
to the rich scholarly heritage found in the thousands of books
published by Princeton University Press since its founding in 1905.
The interaction of Buddhism and politics in the Theravada Buddhist
countries since their independence is considered. Burmese attempts
to relate Buddhism to the ideologies of nationalism, democracy, and
socialism are analyzed. Originally published in 1965. The Princeton
Legacy Library uses the latest print-on-demand technology to again
make available previously out-of-print books from the distinguished
backlist of Princeton University Press. These editions preserve the
original texts of these important books while presenting them in
durable paperback and hardcover editions. The goal of the Princeton
Legacy Library is to vastly increase access to the rich scholarly
heritage found in the thousands of books published by Princeton
University Press since its founding in 1905.
The work of twenty-two scholars is brought together in this
comparative study of the emerging relationships between religion
and politics in India, Pakistan, and Ceylon. Part I, "South Asia:
Unity and Diversity," presents a comparative analysis of
religio-political patterns in the three countries. Part II, "India:
The Politics of Religious Pluralism," emphasizes the rich diversity
of Indian religious life and its political consequences. Part III,
"Pakistan: The Politics of Islamic Identity," is chiefly concerned
with the political, ideological, and legal problems which Pakistan
has faced. Part IV, "Ceylon: The Politics of Buddhist Resurgence,"
emphasizes the dramatic developments by which Buddhists have become
deeply involved in politics. Originally published in 1966. The
Princeton Legacy Library uses the latest print-on-demand technology
to again make available previously out-of-print books from the
distinguished backlist of Princeton University Press. These
editions preserve the original texts of these important books while
presenting them in durable paperback and hardcover editions. The
goal of the Princeton Legacy Library is to vastly increase access
to the rich scholarly heritage found in the thousands of books
published by Princeton University Press since its founding in 1905.
Throughout India's history, religion has been the most powerful
single factor in the development of her civilization. Today,
despite her religious tradition, India is emerging as a secular
state. In this book, Donald E. Smith explores the origin of the
concept of secularization as it is found both in Indian culture and
in the example of the western nations. He emphasizes the important
role of secularization in India's total democratic experiment and
points out that the degree of its realization will undoubtedly
affect the eventual character of democracy in India. In addition,
the success or failure of the secular state in India cannot fail to
influence the attitudes of her neighbors. Professor Smith considers
the many aspects and implications of India's attempt to secularize
her government. Originally published in 1963. The Princeton Legacy
Library uses the latest print-on-demand technology to again make
available previously out-of-print books from the distinguished
backlist of Princeton University Press. These editions preserve the
original texts of these important books while presenting them in
durable paperback and hardcover editions. The goal of the Princeton
Legacy Library is to vastly increase access to the rich scholarly
heritage found in the thousands of books published by Princeton
University Press since its founding in 1905.
Catholic University Of America, Studies In Politics, Government And
International Law, Abstract Series, No. 1.
Cyril Siresena is an Oxford-educated attorney who heads the
leading law firm in Colombo. Though his background is Sinhalese
Buddhist, Cyril is westernized and secular. He has never regretted
recruiting a Tamil Hindu partner into the firm. VK Sivaratnam is a
hard-working lawyer who shares a close friendship with Cyril.
As Cyril begins to rediscover his Sinhalese Buddhist roots and
reject the identity of brown Englishman, he embarks on a quest for
authenticity that is soon complicated when he falls in love with
Sita, VK's wife. Meanwhile, the climate around them is one of
growing ethnic conflict as tension increases between the Tamil
minority and the Sinhalese majority. But when Sinhalese extremists
begin launching violent attacks on the Tamils, suddenly VK and Sita
are in fear for their lives.
In the midst of the deadliest violence in Sri Lanka's history,
Cyril must do everything in his power to rescue his partner and the
woman he adores from those intent on destroying their world
forever.
Donald E. Smith's "Cyril of Serendip: A Novel of Sri Lanka" is
an enjoyable and perceptive work of fiction that captures extremely
well the sociopolitical atmosphere of the early years of political
independence. The novel is an authentic portrayal of struggles,
both individual and societal, to forge identity based on
conflicting visions of the Sri Lankan past. The story impinges on
the contemporary in significant ways. -Tissa Jayatilaka, Executive
Director, United States-Sri Lanka Fulbright Commission
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