Angkor

Cambodia's Wondrous Khmer Temples

The great legacy of the ancient Khmer civilization, the temples of Angkor cover an area of over 77 square miles in northwest Cambodia. These monuments, built between the ninth and 15th centuries, the classic period of Khmer art, are unrivaled in architectural greatness. They are, undoubtedly, one of the wonders of the world, astounding in their splendor and evoking a real sense of awe...

This beautifully illustrated book contains background information on Khmer history, religious beliefs and legends depicted on the bas-reliefs, as well as descriptions of the architectural features. This detailed, monument-by-monument guide to the sites includes detailed maps and plans, plus information about four newly opened temple complexes accessible by helicopter!

Reviews

“...Don't leave home without 'Angkor' by Dawn Rooney...” - San Francisco Chronicle

“...An excellent guide, well-written, with beautiful photographs...” - The New York Times

“...The best guide is Dawn Rooney's Angkor...” - The Telegraph (UK)

Remarks

+ Ten new temple sites; an additional 180 pages of new information including 86 new color images

+ Extensive accounts of all temples and pre-Angkor sites

+ Written by an art historian steeped in the region's art and culture

+ Comprehensive background information on Khmer art, religion and cultural traditions

+ Unique flora and fauna around the Great Lake, Tonle Sap

+ Profiles the Phnom Penh National Museum and highlights of Cambodia's capital

+ The hip town Siem Reap - the base for exploring Angkor

+ Foreword by His Majesty King Norodom Sihamoni of Cmbodia

+ Over 32,000 copies in print

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Biographies

Dawn Rooney - Author
Peter Danford - Photographer
Magnus Bartlett - Photographer

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