The Steadfast Scholar Who Saved Angkor Wat

The Steadfast Scholar Who Saved Angkor Wat tells the story of Yoshiaki Ishizawa, a recipient of the Ramon Magsaysay Award 2017. A Japanese scholar who dedicated his life to preserving Cambodia’s cultural heritage, especially Angkor Wat. Through the Sophia University Angkor International Mission, he led efforts in restoration, research, and education while training Cambodians to protect their own heritage. His work not only helped safeguard Angkor but also empowered a nation to reclaim pride in its cultural identity.

• AuthorMelissa Salva
• Illustrated byRommel Joson
• GenreSoft Cover
• PublisherBookmark
• FormatPaperback
• LanguageEnglish + Filipino
• Reading AgeAges 6-10, Teens & young adults
• ISBN978-621-05-0060-8
• Pages20
• Year2026