The Maya
Judith Crosher(Author)
Hodder Wayland (Publisher)
Published on 31. October 1997
Book
Hardback
48 pages
978-0-7502-2107-8 (ISBN)
Description
A description of the Maya civilization of Central America, looking at Maya building, weaving, jade carving, writing, astronomy and music. The ten projects described include basket weaving, cooking tamales and face-painting. From a series of books linking civilizations and technology.
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Hachette Children's Group
Target group
Primary & secondary/elementary & high school
Illustrations
65 colour photographs and illustrations, charts, glossary, bibliography, index
Dimensions
Height: 12 mm
Width: 225 mm
Thickness: 241 mm
Weight
424 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7502-2107-8 (9780750221078)
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Persons
Judith Crosher has twenty years' experience as a secondary teacher and educational researcher. Her interest in ancient history was sparked by looking at her grandfather's collection of Greek and Egyptian carvings. These days, her hobbies include keeping bees and making pottery, particularly trying to imitate ancient techniques. Christa Hook is an experienced illustrator who specialises in history and military costume.