Dancing in Shadows: Sihanouk, the Khmer Rouge, and the United Nations in Cambodia (Asian Voices)

This book provides a unique insider's perspective on the tumultuous events in Cambodia following the fall of the Khmer Rouge, offering a gripping account of the political battles and international intrigue that shaped the country's fate.

Drawing on his experience as a member of the UN transitional authority and personal envoy to the UN secretary-general, Benny Widyono recounts the fierce power struggles centering on King Norodom Sihanouk, the Khmer Rouge, and Prime Minister Hun Sen.

With a focus on the human face of international operations, this book provides valuable insights into the role of great-power geopolitics in shaping Cambodia's tragedy, as well as the flaws in the peace process.

A must-read for anyone interested in Southeast Asia, international peacekeeping, and the response to genocide, this book offers a compelling and informative account of one of the most complex and tumultuous periods in recent history.