Postcolonialism and Religions: Masculinity and Modern Buddhism in Sri Lanka and Beyond

A. Albrecht, Jessica

This book engages with masculinity in modern and contemporary Buddhism in Sri Lanka (1850-today) through the lens of exemplary male religious leaders, politicians and the culture of boys’ education since the late nineteenth century. Through mixed methods, archival and original historical source material such as newspapers, school archives, oral history and ethnography, this book analyses the dynamic power structures of hegemonic masculinity within this hegemonic religious context of Buddhist nationalism in Sri Lanka. The book adds to existing scholarship through a new perspective and approach as well as new material and new connections drawn between that material. It is a perfect read for scholars working in the intersection of gender, religion and power. 

Details

Published by: Palgrave Macmillan

Publication Date: 2026-02-08

Format: Hardcover

ISBN-13: 9783032105974

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-032-10598-1

Dimensions: 210cm x148cm

Pages: 182