PHOTOGRAPHY IN CAMBODIA: 1866 TO THE PRESENT, is a sweeping selection of the past 160 years of photography in Cambodia. From the early days of French colonialism through to the age of independence, a collapse into war, and then the final struggle to emerge as a modern political state. 256 pages. Full colour. Hard cover. $40 RRP

First published in 2022

Modern Cambodia has parallel histories. One is the constant stream of adventurers and diplomats, kings and rebels, and archaeologists and artists drawn to the magnificent ruins of the Angkor temples.

Another is the making of a modern Cambodia as it struggles with colonialism, independence, civil war, revolution, and famine, and finally, a road to recovery in the twentieth century. Whatever path you take, photographers have been there to record these events.

Photography in Cambodia:1866 to the Present reveals a trove of over 340 photographs, collected from international archives, libraries, and galleries as well as hidden private collections.

The book reveals a fresh perspective on the country as it emerges into an uneasy peace in the 21st century.

For Cambodian readers it’s a treasure of memories and surprising revelations. For travelers to Cambodia, the book is both a wonderful gift and memory of an extraordinary land.