Temple of a Thousand Faces by John Shors

Moving from a poor fisherman's family whose sons find the courage to take up arms against their oppressors, to a beautiful bride who becomes a prize of war, to an ambitious warrior whose allegiance is torn-Temple of a Thousand Faces is an unforgettable saga of love, betrayal, and survival at any cost. Meanwhile, Indravarman rules with an iron fist, pitting even his most trusted men against each other and quashing any hint of rebellion. Kymer King Jayavar, a benevolent ruler, is forced to flee when his kingdom is attacked by the Chams, whose quaint lotus-flower hats and quilted armor fail to disguise their viciousness in battle. Exiled from their homeland, he and his mystical wife Ajadevi set up a secret camp in the jungle with the intention of amassing an army bold enough to reclaim their kingdom and free their people. When his land is taken by force, Prince Jayavar of the Khmer people narrowly escapes death at the hands of the conquering Cham king, Indravarman. There, in a story set nearly a thousand years ago, an empire is lost, a royal love is tested, and heroism is reborn. Now with Temple of a Thousand Faces, he brings to life the legendary temple of Angkor Wat, an unrivaled marvel of ornately carved towers and stone statues. Now with Temple of a Thousand Faces, he brings to life the legendary temple of Angkor Wat, an unrivaled marvel of ornately carved towers and stone statues. Book excerpt: In his international bestseller Beneath a Marble Sky, John Shors wrote about the ancient passion, beauty, and brilliance that inspired the building of the Taj Mahal. This book was released on with total page 544 pages. Temple of a Thousand Faces by John Shors(Goodreads Author) 3.83 Rating details 1,350 ratings 222 reviews In his international bestseller Beneath a Marble Sky, John Shors wrote about the ancient passion, beauty, and brilliance that inspired the Taj Mahal. Book Synopsis Temple of a Thousand Faces by : John Shorsĭownload or read book Temple of a Thousand Faces written by John Shors and published by Penguin.