Maya. History and Treasures of the Ancient Civilization
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They were credited with extraterrestrial origin and, according to their ancient calendar, was planned the end of the world for 2012. They left such a rich heritage, possessed such artistic skill and astronomical knowledge that even modern science is not able to explain the phenomenon of the ancient Mayans. Read the book "Maya" from the series "History and Treasures of Ancient Civilization" and plunge into the mystical, fascinating and sinister world of one of the most mysterious civilizations of the Earth! Starting from the middle of the 19th century, when researchers like John Lloyd Stefens and Frederic Kizerwood discovered the existence of magnificent ruins hidden in the heart of the tropical forests of South Mexico and Guatemala, the ancient civilization of Maya continues to attract scientists and enthusiasts. Pyramids and palaces, bizarrely decorated with sculptures and bas -reliefs, drew a picture of a rich and luxurious society, which was headed by an ambitious and sophisticated elite. This society owned complex mathematical and calendar knowledge, but at the same time it was capable of wars, intrigues and human sacrifices. Everything that is associated with Maya seems to be marked by evil rock and the inevitable threat of such a widely discussed and at the same time mysterious" decline ", which has become destructive for these ancient kings of the forest. The okoroli of the forest", mysterious Mayans come to life on the pages of this book illustrated numerous photos and drawings
Author:
Author:Доменичи Давиде
Cover:
Cover:Hard
Category:
- Category:Biographies & Memoirs
- Category:History & Geography
Publication language:
Publication Language:Russian
Paper:
Paper:Molded
ISBN:
ISBN:9786013025353
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