A fascinating and thorough look at history and culture of the Maya civilation.

Global interest in the once mysterious Maya remains high, as ongoing archaeological
exploration and the translation of Maya hieroglyphs change our perceptions of this
ancient culture. One of the Mesoamerican civilizations that flourished in Mexico
and parts of Central America, the Maya are becoming increasingly known for their
contributions to science, mathematics, and technology. Handbook to Life in the
Ancient Maya World sorts through recent groundbreaking discoveries to offer an
accessible thematic presentation of the latest research on all aspects of Maya
society, from its earliest beginnings to the Spanish Conquest in the sixteenth
century:

* Maya Civilization and Archaeology
* Evolution of Maya Civilization
* Geography of the Pre-Columbian Maya
* Society and Government
* Warfare
* Religion, Cosmology, and Art
* Funerary Beliefs and Customs
* Architecture and Building
* Arithmetic, Astronomy, and the Calendar
* Written Evidence
* Economy, Industry, and Trade
* Daily Life

The book includes a chronological chart of Maya history and an extensive
bibliography, as well as original line drawings, photographs,, and maps.
Handbook to Life in Ancient Maya World combines archaeological and historical
sources to provide a bounty of useful and fascinating information for anyone
interested in Maya history, archaeology, religion, or culture.

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