Description
With new readings of ancient texts, Ancient Maya Politics unlocks the long-enigmatic political system of the Classic Maya.
About the Author
Simon Martin is an Associate Curator and Keeper at the Penn Museum and Adjunct Associate Professor of Anthropology, University of Pennsylvania. He is the co-author of Chronicle of the Maya Kings and Queens (2008) and Courtly Art of the Ancient Maya (2004). He is currently the 2019-2020 Kislak Chair for the Study of the History and Cultures of the Early Americas at the Library of Congress, Washington DC.
Reviews
'... a comprehensive overview of Maya political institutions ... Martin offers some valuable insights likely to be of use to those with an interest in comparative history and the global evolution of political institutions, diplomacy, war and conflict.' A. A. Nofi, The NYMAS Review
'Ancient Maya Politics provides a record of the political system and history of the Classic Period of Maya civilization, from 400 BCE to 200 CE and through its decline after 800 CE ... Strongly recommended for specialists in Mesoamerican history and society.' E. N. Anderson, Choice
Book Information
ISBN 9781108705233
Author Simon Martin
Format Paperback
Page Count 542
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publisher Cambridge University Press
Weight(grams) 934g
Dimensions(mm) 254mm * 178mm * 28mm