The Mysteries of Angkor Wat
by:
Richard Sobol (author)
What mysteries hide inside this ancient Cambodian temple? When local children lead the author through the ruins, he discovers a little-known secret.In 1100 CE, the mighty Khmer people of Cambodia built the world's largest religious monument: the sprawling stone temple of Angkor Wat. Now,...
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What mysteries hide inside this ancient Cambodian temple? When local children lead the author through the ruins, he discovers a little-known secret.In 1100 CE, the mighty Khmer people of Cambodia built the world's largest religious monument: the sprawling stone temple of Angkor Wat. Now, thousands visit the crumbling ruins each year to see the last remains of the ancient and mysterious Khmer civilization. Photographer Richard Sobol explored these fascinating ruins, searching among the fallen, moss-covered stone slabs and wall carvings for clues that might link the ancient Khmer people to present-day Cambodian culture. A personal narrative and illustrative photography document his pilgrimage, capturing the historical legacy and mystery contained within the walls of Angkor Wat. A glossary, maps, and key facts are included.
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Format: hardcover
ISBN:
9780763641665 (0763641669)
ASIN: 763641669
Publish date: August 23rd 2011
Publisher: Candlewick Press
Pages no: 48
Edition language: English
Excellent nonfiction for young readers.
I learned something I didn't know upon reading The Mysteries of Angkor Wat. This non-fiction picture/photography book, is an interesting exploration of an ancient ruin in Cambodia, which is the largest religious monument in the world. The premise is perfect for introducing readers to a distant count...