Sylvanus Griswold Morley était un archéologue américain et un éminent spécialiste de la civilisation maya. Dans la première moitié du 20e siècle, il a contribué de manière significative à l'étude de la civilisation maya précolombienne par des fouilles approfondies et des publications sur l'écriture hiéroglyphique maya. Bien que ses théories aient été réévaluées, ses travaux, en particulier sur les inscriptions calendaires, sont encore cités aujourd'hui. L'enthousiasme et le soutien de Morley aux projets ont révélé beaucoup sur les anciens Mayas et ont inspiré les futures générations de chercheurs.
Best introduction to the topic — easily accessible to beginners. Extremely full in interpretation; very thorough in exposition of variants and unusual features, with reproductions of many inscriptions unavailable elsewhere. Material from Old and New Empires. Includes an Introduction by noted Mayologist J. Eric S. Thompson.
The Books of Chilan Balam are sacred texts of the Maya people of Mexico and Guatemala. In this groundbreaking study, American archaeologist Sylvanus Griswold Morley examines the historical value of these books, showing how they shed light on Maya history, culture, and religion. He also discusses the difficulties of interpreting the ancient Maya script, which was largely unknown at the time of his writing. This book is an important contribution to Maya studies and a fascinating exploration of the ancient Maya world.
Sylvanus Griswold Morley details the excavation of the ancient ruins in Southwestern Colorado, providing a comprehensive account of the artifacts discovered and the historical significance of the excavation. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in Southwestern archaeology.