02561cam a22003373u 4500 46973 UtSlPG 20260610134059.0 m cr n 260607r2014||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 19026508 UtSlPG en iso639-1 E011 Gann, Thomas William Francis, 1867-1938 The Maya Indians of Southern Yucatan and Northern British Honduras Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2014 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2014-09-26 Produced by Julia Miller, Matthias Grammel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "The Maya Indians of Southern Yucatan and Northern British Honduras" by Thomas W. F. Gann is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This work provides an in-depth analysis of the customs, ceremonies, and way of life of the Maya Indians residing in the southern Yucatan and northern British Honduras regions. Gann explores various aspects of their culture, including social practices, agriculture, crafts, and traditional beliefs, aiming to document and preserve the knowledge of these indigenous communities. At the start of the book, Gann introduces the contemporary state of two Maya tribes—the Santa Cruz and the Icaichè—highlighting their declining populations due to historical pressures and government policies. He describes the geographical setting of these tribes, noting the environmental features that shape their daily lives. The opening also touches on the physical characteristics of the Maya people, their dresses, and introduces key aspects of their daily activities, such as agriculture and social behaviors, setting the stage for a comprehensive exploration of their culture. Ultimately, Gann's detailed observations and descriptions aim to provide a richer understanding of the Maya Indians and the challenges they face in preserving their traditions amidst external influences. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Yucatán (Mexico : State) -- Antiquities Mayas Belize -- Antiquities https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/46973 87812 87812