“Basic Guide to Prehispanic Cultures” offers an introductory tour of the great civilizations that flourished in the Americas before the arrival of Europeans. Using clear, accessible language and abundant illustrations, readers discover the origins, social organization, religious beliefs, and artistic achievements of cultures such as the Olmec, Maya, Toltec, Zapotec, Teotihuacan, Mexica, and Purépecha. Designed with a pedagogical focus for students and enthusiasts alike, this guide condenses in its pages the most emblematic features of each culture—from their ceremonial centers to their systems of writing and monumental architecture.
