{"product_id":"the-khmer-empire-the-untold-history-of-angkor-kings-expansion-and-sudden-downfall-9798198200531","title":"The Khmer Empire: The Untold History of Angkor Kings, Expansion, and Sudden Downfall","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Elliott W. Reid\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Civilization\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBefore Angkor became a forgotten jungle empire, it ruled Southeast Asia with god-kings, colossal temples, sacred cities, and engineering wonders that still defy belief.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat you're about to discover will change how you see one of history's greatest civilizations.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStep into the breathtaking world of the Khmer Empire - a civilization that rose from the forests of Cambodia to create one of the most magnificent empires the world has ever known. From the mysterious foundations of early Khmer kingdoms to the golden age of Angkor Wat, this book takes you deep into a story of ambition, war, faith, power, and ultimate collapse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFew people know that Angkor was once among the largest cities on Earth, powered by vast hydraulic systems and ruled by kings believed to be divine. The hidden truth behind its rise and fall reveals not only the brilliance of Khmer civilization, but also the fragile balance between human ambition and survival.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInside this immersive historical journey, you will discover: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- The origins of the Khmer people and the birth of sacred kingship\u003cbr\u003e- The rise of legendary rulers such as Jayavarman II, Suryavarman II, and Jayavarman VII\u003cbr\u003e- The construction, symbolism, and mysteries of Angkor Wat\u003cbr\u003e- Brutal wars with Champa and regional struggles for dominance\u003cbr\u003e- The daily lives of priests, merchants, artisans, and farmers\u003cbr\u003e- The engineering genius behind Angkor's reservoirs and canals\u003cbr\u003e- The religious transformation from Hinduism to Buddhism\u003cbr\u003e- The ecological, political, and military pressures that led to collapse\u003cbr\u003e- The rediscovery of Angkor and its enduring legacy in the modern world\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you are passionate about ancient history, archaeology, Asian civilizations, religion, architecture, or lost empires, this book offers a vivid and unforgettable exploration of a civilization that continues to captivate humanity centuries later.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for history lovers, students, travelers, and readers fascinated by forgotten worlds, this book brings the Khmer Empire to life with rich detail, compelling storytelling, and powerful historical insight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe stones of Angkor still whisper their story. The question is - are you ready to hear it?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eReady to uncover the rise and fall of one of the world's greatest empires?\u003cbr\u003eGet your copy today and begin the journey into the legendary world of Angkor\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Independently Published","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":47890813157527,"sku":"9798198200531","price":1101.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9798198200531.webp?v=1781181458","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/the-khmer-empire-the-untold-history-of-angkor-kings-expansion-and-sudden-downfall-9798198200531","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}