Mrenh Gongveal: Chasing the Elves of the Khmer

by Keith Kelly

Overview

Mrenh Gongveal: Chasing the Elves of the Khmer is a photo essay that delves into a common, but lesser understood, belief of the Cambodians. While learning about the culture and customs of Cambodia, Keith Kelly's adopted home of 10 years, he was especially fascinated by their folklore. One particular type of shrine dedicated to the Mrenh Gongveal, Elves of the Khmer, caught his imagination. As a personal project he started documenting the more interesting "houses" he came across during his travels. While talking to people, most could give little explanation for the houses other than they "brought luck." Wanting to know more lead the author upon a 5 year journey collecting photos and information, which is presented in this book.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780996135573
Publisher:	Keith Kelly
Publication date:	08/01/2021
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	107
File size:	80 MB
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About the Author

Keith Kelly was born and raised in Slidell, Louisiana, just across the Pontchartrain from New Orleans. He formerly worked in the fast-paced world of advertising at agencies in both New Orleans, LA, and Herndon, VA (Metropolitan D.C. area), where he worked on highly successful tourism campaigns for both states. Keith was one of the key creatives in Cambodia for the start of ASIAlife magazine in country. Selected work and online shops can be found via his Behance and Peregrinus Creative. He currently works as a Freelance Art Director and Graphic Designer, and remains an avid dabbler in Photography and Illustration. Keith is a full time Homeschooling Dad.