The Maya Chronicles by Daniel G. Brinton
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"The Maya Chronicles" by Daniel G. Brinton is an anthropological work written in the late 19th century. This volume serves as the first issue in a series that aims to preserve and present the literary contributions of indigenous American cultures, particularly focusing on the Maya civilization. The book explores various aspects of Maya history, language, and literature, delving into the complexities of their cultural identity and intellectual achievements. The beginning of "The
Maya Chronicles" introduces the intent behind the work and offers a glimpse into the significance of Mayan literature. Brinton emphasizes the importance of studying native texts in their original forms to gain a deeper understanding of the Maya people's thoughts and expressions. He outlines the contents of the book, which include an introduction to the Maya language and family, historical accounts, and an analysis of their unique calendrical and numeral systems, culminating in chronicles that document the Mayan historical narrative. Through this opening, readers are set to engage with a rich tapestry of indigenous beliefs, practices, and linguistic features that highlight the sophistication of the Mayan civilization. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Editor | Brinton, Daniel G. (Daniel Garrison), 1837-1899 |
|---|---|
| Title |
The Maya Chronicles Brinton's Library Of Aboriginal American Literature, Number 1 |
| Credits |
Produced by Julia Miller and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 67.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PM: Language and Literatures: Indigenous American and Artificial Languages |
| LoC Class | F1401: Latin America local history: General |
| Subject | Mayas -- Antiquities |
| Subject | Maya language -- Texts |
| Subject | Maya language -- Glossaries, vocabularies, etc. |
| Subject | Mayas -- History |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 20205 |
| Release Date | Dec 28, 2006 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1133 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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