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J. Eric S. Thompson

    An archaeologist specializing in the Mayan areas of Mexico and Central America, this scholar was long associated with the Carnegie Institution of Washington. His work focused on the archaeological exploration and interpretation of Mayan civilizations in Central America.

    The Rise and Fall of Maya Civilisation
    • The Rise and Fall of Maya Civilisation

      • 328 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      Ever since the discovery of the ruins of Maya cities in the Central American jungle, people have speculated about this stone-age people who developed a brilliant civilization--one which had already degenerated & decayed by the time Spain entered the New World. The Maya were expert in astronomy, mathematics & hieroglyphic writing. They possessed a sophisticated political & social organization & their culture produced great art & architecture. This book looks at the Mayan civilization, the Maya's daily life & astonishing achievements.

      The Rise and Fall of Maya Civilisation
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