In the book ‘The First Royal Apsara,’ Ambassador Julio A. Jeldres chronicles the life and devotion of Princess Norodom Buppha Devi to the Royal Ballet. The 184-page book portrays beautiful photographs and artwork of Princess Buppha Devi’s life in several chapters. From her introduction to dance as a child to her rise as a royal celebrity to her role as Minister of Arts and Culture, she has dedicated herself to preserving Khmer culture and dance.