The Maya world was never a single empire ruled from one throne. It was a landscape of powerful city states, ambitious dynasties, sacred kings, rival alliances, bustling trade routes, and towering temples that rose above the forests of Mesoamerica.
The Maya City States explores the political, religious, economic, and social world of one of the most remarkable civilizations of the ancient Americas. From the rise of early settlements to the growth of major capitals such as Tikal, Calakmul, and Palenque, this book traces how independent cities became centers of power, ritual, warfare, and cultural achievement.
Inside, readers will discover how Maya rulers claimed sacred authority, how alliances and conflict shaped regional politics, how trade connected distant regions, and how ordinary people lived through farming, craft production, family life, and religious tradition. The book also examines the pressures that transformed many of the great southern lowland cities and the enduring legacy of Maya civilization through time.
Ideal for readers interested in ancient history, archaeology, Mesoamerican civilization, and pre Columbian cultures, this book offers a clear and engaging look at the cities, rulers, beliefs, and daily life that defined the Maya world.
Whether you are new to Maya history or looking to deepen your understanding of ancient Mesoamerica, The Maya City States provides a rich introduction to a civilization whose influence still echoes across the Americas.
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Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. The Maya world was never a single empire ruled from one throne. It was a landscape of powerful city states, ambitious dynasties, sacred kings, rival alliances, bustling trade routes, and towering temples that rose above the forests of Mesoamerica. The Maya City States explores the political, religious, economic, and social world of one of the most remarkable civilizations of the ancient Americas. From the rise of early settlements to the growth of major capitals such as Tikal, Calakmul, and Palenque, this book traces how independent cities became centers of power, ritual, warfare, and cultural achievement. Inside, readers will discover how Maya rulers claimed sacred authority, how alliances and conflict shaped regional politics, how trade connected distant regions, and how ordinary people lived through farming, craft production, family life, and religious tradition. The book also examines the pressures that transformed many of the great southern lowland cities and the enduring legacy of Maya civilization through time. Ideal for readers interested in ancient history, archaeology, Mesoamerican civilization, and pre Columbian cultures, this book offers a clear and engaging look at the cities, rulers, beliefs, and daily life that defined the Maya world. Whether you are new to Maya history or looking to deepen your understanding of ancient Mesoamerica, The Maya City States provides a rich introduction to a civilization whose influence still echoes across the Americas. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. N° de réf. du vendeur 9798257554728
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