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Angkor and the Khmer Civilization (Ancient Peoples and Places)

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Book Synopsis: The ancient city of Angkor has fascinated Westerners since its rediscovery in the mid-nineteenth century. A great deal is now known about the brilliant Khmer civilization that flourished among the monsoon forests and rice paddies of mainland Southeast Asia, thanks to the pioneering work of French scholars and the application of modern archaeological techniques such as remote sensing from the space shuttle. The classic-period Khmer kings ruled over their part-Hindu and part-Buddhist empire from AD 802 for more than five centuries. This period saw the construction of many architectural masterpieces, including the huge capital city of Angkor, with the awe-inspiring Angkor Wat, the world's largest religious structure. Numerous other provincial centers, bound together by an impressive imperial road system, were scattered across the Cambodian Plain, northeast Thailand, southern Laos, and the Delta of southern Vietnam. Khmer civilization by no means disappeared with the gradual abandonment of Angkor that began in the fourteenth century, and the book's final chapter describes the conversion of the Khmer to a different kind of Buddhism, the move of the capital downriver to the Phnom Penh area, and the reorientation of the Khmer state to maritime trade.

Angkor and the Khmer Civilization presents a concise but complete picture of Khmer cultural history from the Stone Age until the establishment of the French Protectorate in 1863, and is lavishly illustrated with maps, plans, drawings, and photographs. Drawing on the latest archaeological research, Michael D. Coe brings to life Angkor's extraordinary society and culture. 130 illustrations, 22 in color

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Discover the fascinating world of Angkor and the Khmer Civilization with our book, Angkor and the Khmer Civilization (Ancient Peoples and Places). Uncover the secrets of this ancient city that has intrigued Westerners for centuries. Thanks to the groundbreaking work of French scholars and modern archaeological techniques, we now have a profound understanding of the brilliant Khmer civilization that thrived in Southeast Asia. Dive into the captivating history of the Khmer kings who ruled for over five centuries, building architectural marvels like the awe-inspiring Angkor Wat - the largest religious structure in the world. Through this concise and richly illustrated book, you'll explore the vast empire that spanned from Cambodian Plain to Laos and Vietnam.

Unlike other civilizations that vanished into oblivion, the Khmer civilization continued to evolve even after the gradual abandonment of Angkor. Our book takes you through the Khmer's transformation as they embraced a different kind of Buddhism, moved the capital city to the Phnom Penh area, and shifted their focus to maritime trade. With the latest archaeological research, Michael D. Coe expertly presents the complete cultural history of the Khmer people, from the Stone Age to the French Protectorate in 1863.

To truly immerse yourself into the richness of Angkor and the Khmer Civilization, our book is lavishly illustrated with maps, plans, drawings, and photographs. These visuals will transport you back in time, allowing you to envision the grandeur of these ancient architectural masterpieces and the vibrant society that once thrived within.

Don't miss your chance to embark on a journey through history. Order your copy of Angkor and the Khmer Civilization today and delve into the extraordinary society and culture that flourished in ancient Southeast Asia.

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