"The impression given by painted pottery, murals, and carved monuments in the Maya area is of a highly scheduled existence, marked by periodic and prescribed acts and ritual obligations, especially among the rulers and elites of antiquity. This relationship was mapped out in the very structure of their ancient cities, with wide processional ways leading to soaring pyramidal structures and temples that served as stages for the politico-re ..."
"Continuing in the tradition of the Maya Archaeology series from Precolumbia Mesoweb Press, this volume offers chapters by leading authorities on discoveries and research in the field of Maya archaeology. Topics include a royal tomb at Palenque, an early Maya ceremonial center at Ceibal, a hieroglyphic stairway at El Palmar recording a pilgrimage to distant Copan, and breakthrough insights into Maya divinity. The volume is accompanied by ..."
Cultural Resource Management A Collaborative Primer for Archaeologists (Paperback) by Thomas F. King Paperback, 176 Pages, Published 2020 by Berghahn Books, United Kingdom ISBN-13: 978-1-78920-652-4, ISBN: 1-78920-652-9
"Maya Cities and Sacred Caves: A Guide to the Maya Sites of Belize, is a beautifully illustrated book that will appeal to students, visitors and anyone interested in learning about the wonders and achievements of ancient maya civilization. This introduction to the history and culture of the maya and their predecessors presents a fascinating overview of how climatic events, trade and warfare influenced these early peoples. The book also c ..."