The ancient Maya /
written by Lila Perl.
- New York : Franklin Watts, c2005.
- 112 p. : col. ill., col. maps ; 25 cm.
- People of the ancient world .
Includes bibliographical references (p. 104) and index.
Growers of maize -- Gods and priests -- Rulers of Tikal and Palenque -- Rulers of Cop�cn, Caracol, Chichen Itz�c -- Scribes and artists -- Warriors and traders -- The legacy of the ancient Maya.
School Library Journal, September 2005
Examines the civilization of the ancient Maya, from their pyramids and eloborate writing systems, to their developments in mathematics and science, and includes information on their large cities--Tikal, Copan, Palenque--and their social structure. Includes time line and glossary.