First published 2018
Archaeologist Michael Coe examines how new technology has transformed our understanding of Angkor and the Khmer civilization. For decades, scholars relied on traditional archaeological methods to study this ancient empire. Then airborne laser scanning changed everything. The LiDAR technology uncovered entire cities that had remained hidden and revealed a sophisticated urban network of roads and waterways. Coe partners with Damian Evans, who directed this scientific program, to present these discoveries in book form for the first time. The findings challenge previous theories about how Angkor developed and why it declined. This updated edition shows how modern tools can rewrite ancient history and offers readers fresh insights into one of Southeast Asia's greatest civilizations.
Genres: history, archaeology, non-fiction, academic
Vibes: thought-provoking
Tropes: academic
Setting: Angkor, Khmer Civilization, Southeast Asia
Period: Ancient
256 pages · Hardcover · THAMES HUDSON