To Be Like Gods: Dance in Ancient Maya Civilization

(Part of the The Linda Schele Series in Maya and Pre-Columbian Studies Series)

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The Maya of Mexico and Central America have performed ritual dances for more than two millennia. Dance is still an essential component of religious experience today, serving as a medium for communication with the supernatural. During the Late Classic period (AD 600-900), dance assumed additional importance in Maya royal courts through an association with feasting and gift exchange. These performances allowed rulers to forge political alliances and...

Format:Hardcover

Language:English

ISBN:0292709889

ISBN13:9780292709881

Release Date:January 2009

Publisher:University of Texas Press

Length:296 Pages

Weight:2.42 lbs.

Dimensions:1.0" x 8.7" x 11.2"

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Arts, Music & Photography History Music Social Science Social Sciences

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To Be Like Gods: Dance in Ancient Maya Civilization

(Part of the The Linda Schele Series in Maya and Pre-Columbian Studies Series)

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