Between the 13th and 18th centuries, Thailand saw the rise and fall of some of the most beautiful cities in South East Asia. The cities of Sukhothai-Sri Satchanali, Kampaeng Phet and Ayutthaya flourished as trading and religious centres, giving rise to a rich tradition of art and architecture. The remains of these cities constitute part of the Thai nation's legacy: all have been declared World Heritage sites by UNESCO. This book tours the main sites, showing the carefully preserved golden spires, the ornate buildings and ...
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Between the 13th and 18th centuries, Thailand saw the rise and fall of some of the most beautiful cities in South East Asia. The cities of Sukhothai-Sri Satchanali, Kampaeng Phet and Ayutthaya flourished as trading and religious centres, giving rise to a rich tradition of art and architecture. The remains of these cities constitute part of the Thai nation's legacy: all have been declared World Heritage sites by UNESCO. This book tours the main sites, showing the carefully preserved golden spires, the ornate buildings and temples, the statues and sculpture, and the other diverse artefacts that have been discovered. It explores the history of the cities, supplies background information on the Thai culture, and describes the original plans and layout of the cities.
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Fine in Fine dust jacket. 0500974292. Hardcover in dust jacket. First edition. Book is As New, with very warm gift message inked onto title page. Pages are crisp and clean, binding is tight, corners are sharp. Unclipped dust jacket is also As New, fresh and bright. Illustrated with gorgeous color photos throughout of sacred Thai temples and other buildings. Large 4to. 365 pp. Including bibliography and index. In protective Mylar. Heavy--close to six pounds; will require additional postage if shipped outside the U. S.
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Very Good. Very Good Dust Jacket. Size: 11x11x1; Very good hardcover, from a personal collection (NOT ex-library). 1st printing of 1st edition, with "first published" statement and no additional printings listed. Interior appears free of markings. Shelfwear is very minor. Binding is tight, sturdy, and square. Ships from Dinkytown in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Not available for priority/expedited shipping. Due to the size/weight of this book extra charges may apply for international shipping.
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Illustrated by Michael Freeman. Very Good in Very Good dust jacket. 0500974292. Introduction by HSH Prince Subhadradis Diskul. More than 504 illustrations, including 469 color photographs by Michael Freeman, 14 temple plans and 10 maps. The dust jacket is protected by a Brodart mylar cover and is not clipped. Not an ex-library copy. No remainder marks. No names or marks in the text. Most books shipped within 24 hours. All books mailed with Delivery Confirmation. Pages 357-365 and last two blank leaves have a light crease running from the top edge to approximately a little past half-way of the fore edge. Consequently-Near fine condition in fine dust jacket.; Color and black-and-white Illustrations; 4to 11"-13" tall; 365 pages.