Uncover the complex history of Cambodia’s Buddhist state in Angkor. Ashley Thompson’s profound interdisciplinary analysis redefines our understanding of territory, sovereignty, and sexual difference. Drawing on extensive research, this book examines cultural artifacts like texts and sculpture to reveal performative strategies that constitute social collectivities. It offers a critical re-evaluation of historical paradigms, essential for scholars and students of Asian studies, Buddhist history, and Southeast Asian religion. Discover new perspectives on power, representation, and historical invention in South Asia’s rich cultural heritage.