The Comparative Study of "Inao" in Thai and Khmer Versions

Abstract

This article is part of the research çThe Comparative Study of ùInaoû in Thai and Khmerversionsé which aims to explore the literary relationship between ùInaoû in Thai and Khmerversions. Inao in Khmer was possibly translated from the one in Thai composed by King RamaII. This comparative study also shows some similarities both in plots and diction. † Verses andsongs of both versions are alike as well. Thus, it can be concluded that Inao in Khmer versionwere influenced by the one in Thai play literature.Key words : Inao †Play Literature †Relationship between Thai › Khmer Literature