Traditional Textiles of Cambodia

Traditional Textiles of Cambodia
Author: Gillian Green
Publisher:
Total Pages: 328
Release: 2003
Genre: Art
ISBN:

The silks and costumes of Cambodia are among the most beautiful and complex in Southeast Asia. Gillian Green's comprehensive text provides a historical framework from the Angkorian period onwards. From every day dress and dance costumes, to temple hangings and monks robes, all aspects of Cambodian textiles are elucidated and illustrated in full colour.- from Amazon.

Art of Southeast Asian Textiles

Art of Southeast Asian Textiles
Author: Linda Susan McIntosh
Publisher: Serindia Publications
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2012
Genre: Textile fabrics
ISBN: 9781932476590

"First published in 2012 by Tilleke & Gibbins International Ltd. ... in association with Serindia Publications, Inc.,,"--T.p. verso.

Textiles of Southeast Asia

Textiles of Southeast Asia
Author: Robyn Maxwell
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Total Pages: 432
Release: 2014-08-05
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 9780804844406

Textiles provide a visual history of a country's culture and crafting traditions in a way few other things can accomplish. In Textiles of Southeast Asia, Dr. Robyn Maxwell provides the definitive work on Southeast Asian textiles. Traditional textiles are one of the most widely collected and important categories of Southeast Asian art. Using an extensive range of locally produced raw materials and an astonishing array of techniques—including applique, weaving, batik and embroidery—the textiles of Southeast Asia are astonishing in their versatility and originality. Textiles are used to fashion everything from everyday clothing to sacred and ceremonial costumes, shrouds and wrapping cloths, hangings, banners and ritual regalia—all of which are represented and explained in Textiles of Southeast Asia. This authoritative text focuses on the changing relationship between indigenous Southeast Asian traditions and the outside influences continuing to be brought to the area, which change the nature of the region's textile traditions. This book considers the various ways Southeast Asian textile artisans reacted over the centuries to the steady stream of new and powerful ideas and raw materials arriving from India, China, the Islamic world and Europe. A detailed and definitive resource, Textiles of Southeast Asia is a welcome addition to the field of textiles.

The Flaming Womb

The Flaming Womb
Author: Barbara Watson Andaya
Publisher: University of Hawaii Press
Total Pages: 354
Release: 2006-01-01
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 0824829557

The Princess of the Flaming Womb, the Javanese legend that introduces this pioneering study, symbolizes the many ambiguities attached to femaleness in Southeast Asian societies. Yet, despite these ambiguities, the relatively egalitarian nature of male-female relations in Southeast Asia is central to arguments claiming a coherent identity for the region. This challenging work by senior scholar Barbara Watson Andaya considers such contradictions while offering a thought-provoking view of Southeast Asian history that focuses on women's roles and perceptions. Andaya explores the broad themes of the early modern era (1500-1800) - the introduction of new religions, major economic shifts, changing patterns of state control, the impact of elite lifestyles and behaviors - drawing on an extraordinary range of sources and citing numerous examples from Thai, Vietnamese, Burmese, Philippine, and Malay societies.

World Heritage Angkor and Beyond

World Heritage Angkor and Beyond
Author: Brigitta Hauser-Schäublin
Publisher: Universitätsverlag Göttingen
Total Pages: 236
Release: 2011
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 3863950321

"Angkor, the temple and palace complex of the ancient Khmer capital in Cambodiais one of the world's most famous monuments. Hundreds of thousands oftourists from all over the globe visit Angkor Park, one of the finest UNESCO WorldHeritage Sites, every year. Since its UNESCO listing in 1992, the Angkor regionhas experienced an overwhelming mushrooming of hotels and restaurants; theinfrastructure has been hardly able to cope with the rapid growth of mass tourismand its needs. This applies to the access and use of monument sites as well. The authors of this book critically describe and analyse the heritage nominationprocesses in Cambodia, especially in the case of Angkor and the temple ofPreah Vihear on the Cambodian/Thai border. They examine the implications theUNESCO listings have had with regard to the management of Angkor Park andits inhabitants on the one hand, and to the Cambodian/Thai relationships on theother. Furthermore, they address issues of development through tourism thatUNESCO has recognised as a welcome side-effect of heritage listings. They raisethe question whether development through tourism deepens already existinginequalities rather than contributing to the promotion of the poor"--Publisher's description.

To Cambodia with Love

To Cambodia with Love
Author: Andy Brouwer
Publisher: ThingsAsian Press
Total Pages: 242
Release: 2011
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 1934159085

From a tarantula brunch in the remote Cambodian countryside to a spiritual encounter with the god Vishnu in the National Museum in Phnom Penh, "To Cambodia with Love" contains more than 50 personal, passionate essays from travelers. Full-color photographs throughout.

The Rough Guide to Cambodia

The Rough Guide to Cambodia
Author: Rough Guides
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 507
Release: 2017-09-19
Genre: Travel
ISBN: 0241326141

This in-depth coverage of Cambodia's local attractions, sights, and restaurants takes you to the most rewarding spots-from the ornate temple of Angkor Wat to the amazing street food of Phnom Penh to the gorgeous beaches of Sihanoukville-and stunning color photography brings the nation to life. The locally based Rough Guides author team introduces the best places to stop and explore, and provides reliable insider tips on topics such as driving the roads, taking walking tours, or visiting local landmarks. You'll find special coverage of history, art, architecture, and literature, and detailed information on the best markets and shopping for each area in this fascinating country. The Rough Guide to Cambodia also unearths the best restaurants, nightlife, and places to stay, from backpacker hostels to beachfront villas and boutique hotels, and color-coded maps feature every sight and listing. Make the most of your time with The Rough Guide to Cambodia.

Designs of Bhutan

Designs of Bhutan
Author: David K. Barker
Publisher:
Total Pages: 138
Release: 1985
Genre: Decoration and ornament
ISBN:

Silk Weavers of Hill Tribe Laos

Silk Weavers of Hill Tribe Laos
Author: Joshua Hirschstein
Publisher: Thrums, LLC
Total Pages: 220
Release: 2017
Genre: Design
ISBN: 9780997216899

"Part travelogue, part silk-weaving primer, this is a tender portrait of an American family's travels in Laos's Houaphon Province. As they learn about the ancient silk weaving traditions in the hill tribe community of Xam Tai, so too they gain an appreciation for the strong sense of well-being in Lao culture. Over the past decade, Beck and Hirschstein have developed deep connections with the villagers of Xam Tai who produce the finest, most intricate, most traditional silks in the world. The weavers raise their own fiber from silkworms, dye it using local natural dyes, and weave the patterns of their ancestors into healing cloths, ceremonial textiles, and daily wear. Hirschstein and Beck provide an in-depth and rare view into the everyday lives, cultures, and craft of Lao silk weavers"--Front cover French flap.