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Maya Glyphs

Maya Glyphs

by S.D. Houston

  • HISTORY
  • 1989
  • PAPER
  • 64 PAGES

A concise survey of ancient Maya language and writing for the interested traveler. It includes an excellent chapter which introduces Maudslay, Morley, Thompson, Proskouriakoff and other key figures in Maya archaeology. While linguists will better appreciate the chapters on the spelling, structure and grammar of Maya writing, serious study of this book will help anyone better appreciate the Maya world.  (MYA24, $15.95)


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