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In a narrative and visual tour de force, Trudy Jacobsen examines the relationship between women and power in Cambodian history. Here, she seeks to describe when and why the status of women changed and what factors contributed to these changes.

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"'As a "first step towards a holistic history of Cambodia in which the experiences of both men and women are included and acknowledged" the work has clear significance' Quote from external reviewer"

Table of Contents
Preface; Glossary; 1. Introducing the Goddesses; 2. Devi, Rajni, Dasi, Mat; 3. Behind the Apsara; 4. Goddesses Lost?; 5. Hostages, Heroines and Hostilities; 6. 'Traditional' Cambodia; 7. Cherchez la femme; 8. 'Liberation'; 9. Into the fields; 10. Picking Up the Pieces; 11. Contemporary Conspiracies; 12. Goddesses Found; Bibliography; Index.

Lost Goddesses: The Denial of Female Power in Cambodian History

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      Publisher: NIAS Press
      Publication Date: 01/07/2008
      ISBN13: 9788776940010, 978-8776940010
      ISBN10: 8776940012
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      Gender studies: women and girls

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      In a narrative and visual tour de force, Trudy Jacobsen examines the relationship between women and power in Cambodian history. Here, she seeks to describe when and why the status of women changed and what factors contributed to these changes.

      Trade Review
      "'As a "first step towards a holistic history of Cambodia in which the experiences of both men and women are included and acknowledged" the work has clear significance' Quote from external reviewer"

      Table of Contents
      Preface; Glossary; 1. Introducing the Goddesses; 2. Devi, Rajni, Dasi, Mat; 3. Behind the Apsara; 4. Goddesses Lost?; 5. Hostages, Heroines and Hostilities; 6. 'Traditional' Cambodia; 7. Cherchez la femme; 8. 'Liberation'; 9. Into the fields; 10. Picking Up the Pieces; 11. Contemporary Conspiracies; 12. Goddesses Found; Bibliography; Index.

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