Olmec Art and Archaeology in Mesoamerica

Book Overview

This handsome volume presents the creations of Mesoamerica's most ancient societies in their archaeological contexts. The Olmec--best known for a unique style of monumental stone head and jade were-jaguar--were based along the Gulf of Mexico but have also been linked to other Mesoamerican civilizations such as the Maya and Aztec. This book discusses recent spectacular finds and provides a framework for understanding the history, art, and archaeology...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 030011446X
• ISBN13: 9780300114461
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Ngw-Stud Hist Art
• Length: 344 Pages
• Weight: 3.56 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 9.1" x 10.9"