Maya Cities and Sacred Caves: A Guide to the Maya Sites of Belize, is a beautifully illustrated book that will appeal to students, visitors and anyone interested in learning about the wonders and achievements of ancient maya civilization. This introduction to the history and culture of the maya and their predecessors presents a fascinating overview of how climatic events, trade and warfare influenced these early peoples. The book also contains a descriptive chronology of Mesoamerica from Paleo-Indian times to the aftermath of the Spanish conquest. The up-to-date descriptions of Belize's archaeological sites serve as an excellent guide to the ancient cities and sacred caves of the eastern Maya lowlands.
