The story of the 200-year struggle to unlock the secrets of the hieroglyphs of the ancient Maya. This amazing detective story is filled with false leads, rivalries, and colliding personalities. It takes us from the jungles of Guatemala to the bitter cold of Russia and from Mayan temples to the libraries of Dresden and Madrid.
Presents an overview of the Mayan culture. The texts discusses Mayan government, religion, domestic life, recreation, occupations, entertainment, food, shelter, and clothing.