Maya (Paperback)

Lingua: inglese

Editore: Independently Published, 2026

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Paperback. Maya: An Eternal Flame begins by grounding the Maya civilization in its diverse Mesoamerican landscape, ranging from the dense tropical lowlands of the Yucatan to the volcanic highlands of Guatemala. The book details how the earliest inhabitants transitioned from nomadic hunter-gatherers to settled agriculturalists around 4,000 BCE, a shift primarily driven by the domestication of maize. This "Three Sisters" agricultural system-comprising maize, beans, and squash-not only sustained the population but also became deeply woven into Maya cosmology and social structures.As these communities became sedentary, the book explores the rise of divine kingship, where rulers were elevated through sacred narratives and myths. It describes the flourishing of complex city-states characterized by ceremonial grandeur, monumental architecture like pyramids and palaces, and the development of a sophisticated hieroglyphic writing system. Maya: An Eternal Flame also delves into the Maya's advanced understanding of astronomy and timekeeping, which they used to synchronize human activity with cosmic rhythms.The later chapters address the "Great Decline," investigating the multifaceted causes of the Classic Maya collapse, including drought and warfare. However, the book emphasizes resilience, arguing that Maya culture did not end with the collapse of great cities or European colonization. Instead, it highlights the "Living Maya," whose languages, customs, and identities continue to thrive today across Mexico, Guatemala, Belize, and Honduras. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

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Titolo
Maya (Paperback)
Autore
Matt Morissen
Editore
Independently Published
Anno di pubblicazione
2026
Condizione
new
Rilegatura
Paperback
Lingua
inglese
ISBN 13
9798257340291

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