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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is a fascinating glimpse into the ancient world of Yucatan, revealing the mysteries of its caves and the lives of the people who inhabited them. The author, an American consul, recounts his expeditions to the Cave of Loltun, a vast and intricate network of chambers and tunnels. His descriptions are vivid and detailed, transporting the reader to a world of stalactites, stalagmites, and ancient inscriptions etched into the cave walls. The author meticulously documents his explorations, recording the layers of ash and debris that reveal the passage of time and the activities of past inhabitants. He describes tools, pottery shards, and other artifacts unearthed during excavations, shedding light on the daily lives and rituals of these ancient people. He also notes the unique practice of filing teeth, a custom shared by other ancient Mexican groups. Through his observations and meticulous analysis, the author challenges the conventional notion of "cave people" in Yucatan. He argues that the cave dwellers were not a distinct group, but rather members of the same civilization that built the great stone structures now in ruins. The author's insights offer a fresh perspective on the history and culture of ancient Yucatan, illuminating the complex relationship between caves and surface settlements in this region. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780282712679_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780282712679
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