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Star Gods of the Maya: Astronomy in Art, Folklore, and Calendars

Star Gods of the Maya

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"Star Gods of the Maya" by Susan Milbrath is a astronomy book and space science reference focused on General Astronomy. Best for students, researchers, and serious astronomy enthusiasts.

This pathfinding book reconstructs ancient Maya astronomy and cosmology through the astronomical information encoded in Precolumbian Maya art and confirmed by the current practices of living Maya peoples.

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Best For: Readers interested in the intersection of astronomy, archaeology, and indigenous cultures.
Focus: Reconstructing ancient Maya astronomy and cosmology using art and contemporary Maya practices.
Covers: Astronomical information encoded in Precolumbian Maya art and its relation to living Maya traditions.
Why It Matters: Provides insight into how ancient Maya understood the cosmos, linking historical artifacts with ongoing cultural knowledge.

"Star Gods of the Maya" by Susan Milbrath is a astronomy book and space science reference focused on General Astronomy. Best for students, researchers, and serious astronomy enthusiasts.

Topic: General Astronomy

Author: Susan Milbrath

Who this is for:

  • Astronomy students
  • Researchers and advanced hobbyists
  • Readers exploring space science topics

Why this book matters: It matters because it helps readers build a stronger understanding of astronomy concepts, observations, and scientific ideas related to space.

This pathfinding book reconstructs ancient Maya astronomy and cosmology through the astronomical information encoded in Precolumbian Maya art and confirmed by the current practices of living Maya peoples.

AuthorSusan Milbrath
PublisherUniversity of Texas Press
Published1999-01-01
ISBN-139780292752269
BindingPaperback
Pages383
LanguageEnglish
SubjectsSocial Science
TopicGeneral Astronomy
SeriesLinda Schele Series in Maya and Pre-Columbian Studies

Format: Paperback

Length: 383 pages

Language: English

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