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OverviewThis handsome volume presents the creations of Mesoamerica's most ancient societies in their archaeological contexts. The Olmec-best known for a unique style of monumental stone head and jade were-jaguar-were based along the Gulf of Mexico but have also been linked to other Mesoamerican civilizations such as the Maya and Aztec. This book discusses recent spectacular finds and provides a framework for understanding the history, art, and archaeology of the Olmec. Full Product DetailsAuthor: John F. Clark , Mary E. Pye , Philip J. Arnold, III , Beatriz De La FuentePublisher: Yale University Press Imprint: Yale University Press Dimensions: Width: 21.60cm , Height: 0.30cm , Length: 27.90cm Weight: 1.610kg ISBN: 9780300114461ISBN 10: 030011446 Pages: 344 Publication Date: 01 May 2006 Audience: College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate , Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Out of Print Availability: In Print Limited stock is available. It will be ordered for you and shipped pending supplier's limited stock. Table of ContentsReviews'scholarly and beautifully illustrated... a unique and fascinating book.' Nick Saunders, New Scientist """'scholarly and beautifully illustrated... a unique and fascinating book.' Nick Saunders, New Scientist""" Author InformationJohn E. Clark is professor of anthropology at Brigham Young University and director of the New World Archaeological Foundation. Mary E. Pye is a research associate with the New World Archaeological Foundation. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |