Places new emphasis on the pre-classic period and an additional chapter highlights evidence for overpopulation and deforestation as the prime causes of the catastrophic southern Maya collapse in the 9th century AD. However, the focus remains upon the classic period, with its magnificent art and architecture. A final chapter pays tribute to the six million or more contemporary Maya, guardians of so many of the ancient traditions.
Places new emphasis on the pre-classic period and an additional chapter highlights evidence for overpopulation and deforestation as the prime causes of the catastrophic southern Maya collapse in the 9th century AD. However, the focus remains upon the classic period, with its magnificent art and architecture. A final chapter pays tribute to the six million or more contemporary Maya, guardians of so many of the ancient traditions.
