The Story of Angkor

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The Story of Angkor

The lost civilization of Angkor left no written records, and only its ancient stones can tell the tale. The Story of Angkor exposes the history of this once mighty Southeast Asian empire through the secrets hidden inside the temples and buildings located around the city of Siem Reap. It guides the reader into Angkorâ€™s most spectacular monuments and the kings who commissioned them.

The Classical Angkor period, from its founding in 802 AD by Jayavarman II, to its mysterious demise, produced hundreds of temples, reservoirs, and other monuments. But why were they built? What did they represent? The Story of Angkor answers these questions. Through an exploration of ancient culture, religion, trade, warfare, ecology, and politics, it gives meaning to the mysterious faces of the Bayon and decodes the beautiful but violent bas-reliefs of Angkor Wat. It also presents Cambodiaâ€™s early history and Angkor Watâ€™s â€œdiscoveryâ€ by nineteenth-century explorers.
Written in a concise, accessible style, with photos and maps, The Story of Angkor presents an in-depth analysis of the ancient Angkor civilization that will appeal to both readers and travelers.

About the Author

Jame DiBiasio is founding editor of AsianInvestor magazine and website. He is an American and long-time resident of Hong Kong.

Country	USA
Author	Jame DiBiasio
Binding	Kindle Edition
EISBN	9781631022593
Format	Kindle eBook
IsAdultProduct
Label	Silkworm Books
Manufacturer	Silkworm Books
NumberOfPages	127
PublicationDate	2013-07-15
Publisher	Silkworm Books
ReleaseDate	2013-07-15
Studio	Silkworm Books

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