A Forest of Kings: The Untold Story of the Ancient Maya

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Book Synopsis: The recent interpretation of Maya hieroglyphs has given us the first written history of the New World as it existed before the European invasion. In this book, two of the first central figures in the massive effort to decode the glyphs, Linda Schele and David Freidel, make this history available in all its detail. A Forest of Kings is the story of Maya kingship, from the beginning of its institution and the first great pyramid builders two thousand years ago to the decline of Maya civilization and its destruction by the Spanish. Here the great historic rulers of pre-Columbian civilization come to life again with the decipherment of their writing. At its height, Maya civilization flourished under great kings like Shield-Jaguar, who ruled for more than sixty years, expanding his kingdom and building some of the most impressive works of architecture in the ancient world. Long placed on a mist-shrouded pedestal as austere, peaceful stargazers, the Maya elites are now known to have been the rulers of populous, aggressive city-states. Hailed as "a Rosetta stone of Maya civilization" (Brian M. Fagan, author of People of the Earth), A Forest of Kings is "a must for interested readers," says Evon Vogt, professor of anthropology at Harvard University.

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Unlock the secrets of ancient Maya civilization with A Forest of Kings: The Untold Story of the Ancient Maya. This groundbreaking book offers a fascinating journey into the history of the New World, revealing the untold stories of Maya kingship. Thanks to recent interpretations of Maya hieroglyphs, we now have access to the first written history of this remarkable civilization.

Written by Linda Schele and David Freidel, two of the pioneering figures in the decipherment of Maya glyphs, A Forest of Kings provides a comprehensive account of Maya kings, from the founding of their institutions to the awe-inspiring pyramid builders of two thousand years ago. Discover the rise and fall of Maya civilization, its great rulers, and the monumental architectural wonders they created.

For far too long, the Maya elites have been portrayed as mere stargazers, shrouded in mystery. However, A Forest of Kings paints a vivid picture of these rulers as influential leaders of thriving city-states, challenging the conventional narrative. This book is hailed as "a Rosetta stone of Maya civilization" by Brian M. Fagan, renowned author of People of the Earth.

If you're fascinated by ancient civilizations and yearn to delve deeper into the rich history of the Maya, A Forest of Kings is a must-read. Evon Vogt, professor of anthropology at Harvard University, praises this captivating work as essential reading for anyone interested in the Maya civilization.

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