Maya Hieroglyphic Writing: Introduction - Tapa dura

Sinopsis

Maya Hieroglyphic Writing: Introduction is a comprehensive book that provides an in-depth exploration of the ancient Maya civilization's writing system. Written by John Eric Sidney Thompson, a renowned Maya scholar and archaeologist, this book offers a detailed analysis of the hieroglyphic script used by the Maya people to record their history, culture, and beliefs.The book begins with an overview of the Maya civilization, its history, and the discovery of its writing system. It then delves into the structure and meaning of the Maya hieroglyphs, providing readers with a thorough understanding of how the script was used to convey information.Thompson also discusses the role of the scribes in Maya society and the importance of hieroglyphic writing in religious and political contexts. He provides numerous examples of Maya inscriptions and explains how they can be deciphered to reveal important insights into the civilization's culture and history.The book is extensively illustrated with photographs, drawings, and diagrams, making it easy for readers to follow the author's explanations. Additionally, Thompson includes a glossary of Maya terms and a bibliography for further reading.Maya Hieroglyphic Writing: Introduction is an essential resource for anyone interested in the Maya civilization, archaeology, or ancient writing systems. It provides a comprehensive overview of the Maya hieroglyphic script and its significance, making it a valuable addition to any library or collection.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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