Hong Kong: Airphoto International, 2002. Trade Paperback. Fourth Edition. Near Fine. Interior pristine. Spine straight, tight and uncreased. Covers clean and bright. Light corner wear. Not from a library. No remainder mark. Not clipped. 306 pages. The most recent edition of the classic art historian's guide to the temples of Angkor with detailed information on 41 sites. The book has 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 practical information for staying and getting around in Siem Reap and Phnom Penh.

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Bookseller: Books of the World (US)
Bookseller's Inventory #: RWARE0000001234-2
Title: Angkor: An Introduction to the Temples, Fourth Edition (Odyssey Guides)
Author: Dawn F. Rooney
Format/Binding: Trade Paperback
Book Condition: Used - Near Fine
Quantity Available: 2
Edition: Fourth Edition
Binding: Paperback
ISBN 10: 9622176836
ISBN 13: 9789622176836
Publisher: Airphoto International
Place of Publication: Hong Kong
Date Published: 2002
Pages: 306
Size: 8vo
Keywords: travel, travel guides, guidebooks, antiquities, architecture, art, art history, buildings, history, legends, monuments, mythology, photographs, religion, structures, Buddhism, Hinduism, Angkor, Khmer, Cambodia, illustrated
Bookseller catalogs: Exploration, Expeditions, and Discoveries; History; Asia; Religion & Spirituality; Art, Architecture, and Photography; Illustrated Books;

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