Introduction to the Study of the Maya Hieroglyphs (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

Morley, Sylvanus Griswold

9781331997023: Introduction to the Study of the Maya Hieroglyphs (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 133199702X ISBN 13: 9781331997023

Verlag: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Unlock the living mathematics of the Maya — a clear, student-friendly guide to hieroglyphs, calendars, and dating systems.

This edition explains how Maya numbers work, how dates are recorded, and how calendars connect to real history and monuments. This introductory text helps readers see how glyphs encode time, events, and culture without getting lost in jargon. It presents practical methods for reading codices, interpreting dates, and understanding the calendar rounds that shaped Maya life.

Step-by-step explanations of the Maya numeral system and time-period glyphs
How calendars and Long Count dates are built and read
Guidance on deciphering inscriptions on monuments and codices
Context for the cultural and historical background behind the time records

Ideal for students and curious readers beginning their study of Maya writing, calendars, and chronology. The material offers accessible entry points into a complex, ancient system, helping you connect glyphs to dates and events with confidence.

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Verlag: Forgotten Books
Erscheinungsdatum: 2018
Sprache: Englisch
ISBN 10: 133199702X
ISBN 13: 9781331997023
Einband: Taschenbuch
Anzahl der Seiten: 370
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Introduction to the Study of the Maya Hieroglyphs (Classic Reprint)

Sylvanus Griswold Morley

Verlag: Forgotten Books, 2018

ISBN 10: 133199702X ISBN 13: 9781331997023

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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of the Maya civilization, a culture that flourished in Central America for centuries before the arrival of Europeans. The author explores the complex calendar system, the intricate hieroglyphic writing, and the rich traditions of this remarkable people. Through detailed examination of ancient ruins and inscriptions, the book reveals the remarkable insights the Maya had into astronomy and mathematics. It also explores their social structure, their unique beliefs about life and death, and their elaborate religious ceremonies. The authorâ� �s captivating storytelling style brings the ancient Maya to life, revealing how their civilization rose to prominence, fell into decline, and eventually succumbed to the Spanish conquest. This book provides a window into a fascinating lost world and offers a unique perspective on the achievements of a civilization that was far more advanced than many previously thought. 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. Bestandsnummer des Verk�ufers 9781331997023_0

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