Royal Courts Of The Ancient Maya: Volume 1: Theory, Comparison, And Synthesis

by Takeshi Inomata, Stephen D. Houston

Overview

This book provides theory, comparison, and synthesis to establish a carefully considered framework for approaching the study of courts and their functions throughout the world of the ancient Maya. It is based on the annual meeting of the American Anthropological Association.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780813336404
Publisher:	Westview Press
Publication date:	12/01/2000
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	312
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 8.90(h) x 1.00(d)
Lexile:	1450L (what's this?)

About the Author

Takeshi Inomata

Table of Contents

Preface — Obituary, Floyd Lounsbury — Introduction — Opening the Royal Maya Court — Theoretical and Thematic Approaches — King’s People — Peopling the Classic Maya Court — Perspectives on Actors, Gender Roles, and Architecture at Classic Maya Courts and Households — Spatial Dimensions of Maya Courtly Life — Court and Realm — Classic Maya Concepts of the Royal Court — Comparative Views and Conclusions — Aztec Noble Courts — Concluding Remarks

Editorial Reviews

Establishes a framework for approaching the study of courts and their functions throughout the world of the ancient Maya. Includes b&w photos and illustrations. This is part of a two-volume set that provides current archaeological perspectives on Maya courts conceived as functioning social groups composed of lords, courtiers, priests, and entertainers. Inomata teaches anthropology at the University of Arizona. Houston teaches anthropology at Brigham Young University. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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