Images of the Gods: Khmer Mythology in Cambodia, Thailand and Laos - Rilegato

Roveda, Vittorio

 
9789749863039: Images of the Gods: Khmer Mythology in Cambodia, Thailand and Laos

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This massive and comprehensive volume is the culminating publishing event of the author's lengthy and meticulous researches into Khmer mythology, its messages, and meanings. From around 800 to 1300, the Khmer empire stretched across a vast area of mainland Southeast Asia; its powerful rulers built magnificent temples to glorify their reigns and adorned them with carved stonework of immense size, complexity, and artistry. In statuary, myriad pediments and lintels, and many miles of bas-relief walls were portrayed the lives and legends of their Hindu gods and heroes, scenes from the lives of the Buddha, and events of local history and folklore.

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9781891640292: Images of the Gods: Khmer Mythology in Cambodia, Thailand and Laos

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ISBN 10:  1891640291 ISBN 13:  9781891640292
Casa editrice: Floating World Edithions, 2006
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