Angkor: An Introduction to the Temples (Angkor (Odyssey), 3rd ed) - Softcover

Rooney, Dawn; Peter Danford

Softcover

ISBN 10: 9622176011 ISBN 13: 9789622176010

Publisher: Odyssey Pubns, 1999

Synopsis

The great legacy of the ancient Khmer civilization, the temples of Angkor, cover an area of 77 square miles in central 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. The book is divided into three sections. The first contains background information on Khmer history, religious beliefs and legends depicted on the bas-reliefs, as well as descriptions of the decorations and architectural features. The second part is a detailed, monument-by-monument guide to the sites, including detailed maps and plans, while the third has all the practical information needed by the visitor for staying and getting around in Siem Reap and Phnom Penh.

* Excellent guide to one of the Wonders of the World
* Comprehensive historical and cultural background
* Detailed architectural descriptions
* Complete survey of all the temples
* Background to Khmer religious traditions
* Profusely illustrated with color photographs and temple diagrams
* Extensive bibliography

About this title

About the Author:

American-born, Dawn Rooney has spent many years researching art history in Southeast Asia. Awarded a Ph.D. in art history in 1983, she has written a number of books on the region's art and culture and contributed to Oriental Art and other journals. Photographer Peter Danford was born in Cleveland, Ohio, and educated at Minnesota in computer science and east Asian studies. He is a freelance photographer and multimedia developer based in Hong Kong.

Review:

These handsome, well-edited books from a Hong Kong-based publisher cover places few other guidebooks go.... The writers are particularly well-chosen....Odyssey fans tend to be adventurous travelers with a literary bent. If you're lucky enough to find an Odyssey Guide to where you're going, grab it. -- National Geographic Traveler, February 2000

About this edition

• Publisher: Odyssey Pubns
• Publication date: 1999
• ISBN 10: 9622176011
• ISBN 13: 9789622176010
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 302