How Cambodia Survived the Killing Fields: From International Pawn to the Contemporary Quest for Stability

Weaving a critique of major power intervention into political history, this book provides a comprehensive overview of Cambodia from 1953 to the present.

Since gaining its independence in 1953, Cambodia has been treated as a pawn by more powerful countries. China, Vietnam, the United Nations, and especially the United States have played a role in shaping Cambodia's history, from propping up the Khmer Rouge regime to restricting its economic opportunities.

Michael Haas has been deeply and perso...