Secret of the Forest - On the track of the Maya and their Temples
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good , price clipped
Markings: Previous owner
"Secret of the Forest: On the Track of the Maya and Their Temples" presents an engaging journey through the ancient world of the Maya civilization. Wolfgang Cordan chronicles explorations of dense Central American jungles, uncovering forgotten cities, ceremonial centers, and intricate temple complexes. The narrative illustrates both the architectural brilliance and the cultural richness of the Maya, providing insight into their religion, astronomy, and daily life. Vivid descriptions bring the forest and ruins to life, blending adventure with scholarly observation. This work combines historical detail, archaeological insight, and a spirit of discovery, offering readers an immersive exploration of one of Mesoamerica’s most fascinating civilizations.
Author: Wolfgang Cordan
Format: Hardback
Published: 1963, Victor Gollancz
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Good , price clipped
Markings: Previous owner
"Secret of the Forest: On the Track of the Maya and Their Temples" presents an engaging journey through the ancient world of the Maya civilization. Wolfgang Cordan chronicles explorations of dense Central American jungles, uncovering forgotten cities, ceremonial centers, and intricate temple complexes. The narrative illustrates both the architectural brilliance and the cultural richness of the Maya, providing insight into their religion, astronomy, and daily life. Vivid descriptions bring the forest and ruins to life, blending adventure with scholarly observation. This work combines historical detail, archaeological insight, and a spirit of discovery, offering readers an immersive exploration of one of Mesoamerica’s most fascinating civilizations.