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The Canon in Southeast Asian Literature
Literatures of Burma, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Phillippines, Thailand and Vietnam
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The book explores the concept of the literary canon in Southeast Asia, highlighting how a selection of renowned authors and their enduring works contribute to a nation's cultural cohesion. It delves into the significance of these literary figures and texts in shaping cultural identity and continuity within the region. Through various contributions, the analysis reveals the complexities and nuances of what constitutes a literary canon in this diverse cultural landscape.
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The Canon in Southeast Asian Literature, David Smyth
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- Title
- The Canon in Southeast Asian Literature
- Subtitle
- Literatures of Burma, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Phillippines, Thailand and Vietnam
- Language
- English
- Authors
- David Smyth
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis
- Publisher
- 2000
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 284
- ISBN13
- 9780700710904
- Category
- Compatriot and Exile literature
- Description
- The book explores the concept of the literary canon in Southeast Asia, highlighting how a selection of renowned authors and their enduring works contribute to a nation's cultural cohesion. It delves into the significance of these literary figures and texts in shaping cultural identity and continuity within the region. Through various contributions, the analysis reveals the complexities and nuances of what constitutes a literary canon in this diverse cultural landscape.