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Traveling Photographer Ser.: The Mysteries of Angkor Wat by Richard Sobol (2011, Hardcover)

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.

Book Title
Mysteries of Angkor Wat
Author
Richard Sobol
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Topic
Archaeology, People & Places / Asia, Social Science / Archaeology, History / Asia
Publication Year
2011
Genre
Social Science, Juvenile Nonfiction
Number of Pages
48 Pages

Grade from
First Grade
Grade to
Fourth Grade
Reviews
Part of Sobol's Traveling Photographer series, this useful introduction to a famous tourist destination has unexpected child appeal. -Kirkus Reviews The handsome book contains captioned color photographs on each paâ‰¥ they give interesting glimpses into the modern lives of the people living around this ancient site and a fascinating look at the ruins themselves. -School Library Journal Sobol has used his gift of photography to give the elementary reader a beautiful description of the ancient temple of Angkor Wat. -Library Media Connection, The handsome book contains captioned color photographs on each page; they give interesting glimpses into the modern lives of the people living around this ancient site and a fascinating look at the ruins themselves. School Library Journal
Intended Audience
Juvenile Audience
Series
Traveling Photographer Ser.
Illustrated
Yes

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