The Olmec & Their Neighbors: Essays In Memory Of Matthew W. Stirling
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Book: Fair
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Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Faded spine. light bumping and rubbing on edges.
A landmark volume in Mesoamerican archaeology, The Olmec & Their Neighbors: Essays in Memory of Matthew W. Stirling presents a rich collection of scholarly essays honoring the pioneering fieldwork of one of the twentieth century's most influential archaeologists. Edited by Michael D. Coe and David Grove, the anthology assembles contributions from leading researchers who examine the origins, iconography, and far-reaching cultural influence of the Olmec civilization, widely regarded as the mother culture of ancient Mesoamerica. The essays argue for a nuanced understanding of Olmec interaction with neighboring societies, detailing how artistic motifs, religious symbols, and political structures spread across the Gulf Coast lowlands and beyond. Written with academic rigor yet accessible to serious students of pre-Columbian history, the collection illustrates the complexity of early Mesoamerican cultural exchange through site reports, artifact analyses, and comparative studies. This essential reference work remains a cornerstone text for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the formative period that shaped the civilizations of ancient Mexico and Central America.
Author: Michael D. Coe And David Grove
Format: Hardback
Published: 1981, Dumbarton Oaks Research Library and Collections, Trustees for Harvard University
Genre: Archaeology
Condition remarks:
Book: Fair
Jacket: N/A
Pages: Good
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Faded spine. light bumping and rubbing on edges.
A landmark volume in Mesoamerican archaeology, The Olmec & Their Neighbors: Essays in Memory of Matthew W. Stirling presents a rich collection of scholarly essays honoring the pioneering fieldwork of one of the twentieth century's most influential archaeologists. Edited by Michael D. Coe and David Grove, the anthology assembles contributions from leading researchers who examine the origins, iconography, and far-reaching cultural influence of the Olmec civilization, widely regarded as the mother culture of ancient Mesoamerica. The essays argue for a nuanced understanding of Olmec interaction with neighboring societies, detailing how artistic motifs, religious symbols, and political structures spread across the Gulf Coast lowlands and beyond. Written with academic rigor yet accessible to serious students of pre-Columbian history, the collection illustrates the complexity of early Mesoamerican cultural exchange through site reports, artifact analyses, and comparative studies. This essential reference work remains a cornerstone text for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the formative period that shaped the civilizations of ancient Mexico and Central America.