An essential, and authoritative introduction to a world of spectacular ancient kingdoms, palaces and temples.
Legendary tales of kings and princes, wars, conquests and unions with gods and goddesses - all these are portrayed in the spectacular friezes, reliefs and stone carvings for which Cambodia has become renowned. The enormous variety of styles and influences, both sacred and secular, that are expressed in the art of Cambodia make it one of the most surprising and rewarding of all Southeast...