Graham, Ian

The Road to Ruins [Archeology - Mexico - Mayan]

University of New Mexico Press, 2010. First Edition, First Printing. Hardcover with Dust Jacket.

No Flaws or Blemishes but minimal shelf handling; Still Gift Quality. The bindings are tight and square. Text is clean. 10.25 inches tall; 538 pages with Chapter Notes, Bibliography and Index. Illustrated with color and b/w photographs, drawing and maps.

This captivating memoir chronicles Ian Graham's pioneering work in Mesoamerican archaeology. Dubbed the "last explorer," Graham offers an engaging narrative of his adventures across Mexico, Guatemala, and Belize, where he meticulously documented and preserved Maya monuments and inscriptions.

The book is an invaluable resource for those interested in the field of archaeology, particularly Mesoamerican studies. It offers a unique blend of personal narrative and scholarly insight, making it a compelling read for both academics and enthusiasts alike.

Author Background Information
Born in 1923 into an aristocratic family, Graham's journey into archaeology began in 1959 when he ventured into the Maya lowlands, armed with a Rolls Royce and a passion for discovery. His expertise as an artist, cartographer, and photographer enabled him to map and record inscriptions at numerous Maya sites under challenging field conditions.

As the founding director of the Corpus of Maya Hieroglyphic Inscriptions Program at Harvard University's Peabody Museum, Graham's meticulous recordings played a pivotal role in deciphering Maya hieroglyphics. [Adapted from Reviews]

Item #20298
ISBN: 9780826347541

Price: $50.00