World Heritage Site:
Temple of Preah Vihear
Publication Year:
2014
Publication Type:
Article
Publication Identifier:
WHEAB70A6483D
Summary
Two distinct publications offer critical perspectives on the Thai-Cambodian conflict over the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Temple of Preah Vihear. Puangthong R. Pawakapan's State and Uncivil Society in Thailand at the Temple of Preah Vihear (2013) examines how civil society and state dynamics in Thailand have been shaped by this prolonged dispute, highlighting the intersection of national identity, politics, and international relations. The study employs qualitative analysis, including historical and political frameworks, to dissect the societal and governmental responses to the conflict. Meanwhile, Preah Vihear: A Guide to the Thai-Cambodian Conflict and Its Solutions (2013) by Charnvit Kasetsiri, Pou Sothirak, and Pavin Chachavalpongpun provides a comprehensive overview of the conflict's origins, key issues, and potential resolutions. This guide combines legal, historical, and diplomatic perspectives to offer actionable insights for stakeholders. Together, these works bridge academic rigor with practical solutions, offering a nuanced understanding of the challenges and opportunities in preserving this significant heritage site.
Citation
Volker, G. (2014). Puangthong R. Pawakapan. State and Uncivil Society in Thailand at the Temple of Preah Vihear. Singapore: Institute of Southeast Asian Studies, 2013, xiv+125p.; bibliography, index. Charnvit Kasetsiri, Pou Sothirak, and Pavin Chachavalpongpun. Preah Vihear: A Guide to the Thai-Cambodian Conflict and Its Solutions. Bangkok: White Lotus, 2013, xiv+104p.; bibliography, no index. Southeast Asian Studies, 3(3), 683–688. https://doi.org/10.20495/seas.3.3_683
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World Heritage Explorer > World Heritage Research > Publications > Puangthong R. Pawakapan. State and Uncivil Society in Thailand at the Temple of Preah Vihear. Singapore: Institute of Southeast Asian Studies, 2013, xiv+125p.; bibliography, index. Charnvit Kasetsiri, Pou Sothirak, and Pavin Chachavalpongpun. Preah Vihear: A Guide to the Thai-Cambodian Conflict and Its Solutions. Bangkok: White Lotus, 2013, xiv+104p.; bibliography, no index.