Pathways to Complexity. A View from the Maya Lowlands, Paperback

Synthesizes a wealth of new archaeological data to illuminate the origins of Maya civilization and the rise of Classic Maya culture. Prominent Maya scholars argue that the development of social, religious, and economic complexity began during the Middle Preclassic period (1000-300 BC), hundreds of years earlier than previously thought.

Illustrations: 58 black & white illustrations

Editor(s): George J. Bey III