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_aWillard, T. A. _q(Theodore Arthur), _d1862-1943 |
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| 245 | 1 | 4 | _aThe City of the Sacred Well |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2020 |
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_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2020-07-19 | ||
| 508 | _aTim Lindell, Robert Tonsing, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) | ||
| 520 | _a"The City of the Sacred Well" by T. A. Willard is a historical narrative written in the early 20th century. The work recounts the archaeological endeavors of Edward Herbert Thompson in the ancient city of Chi-chen Itza, delving into the culture and development of the Mayan civilization as revealed through their art and architecture. It promises to be an engaging blend of adventure, personal exploration, and educational insight into a significant cultural heritage. At the start of the narrative, readers are introduced to Don Eduardo, who is portrayed as a passionate explorer determined to uncover the secrets of the Sacred Well in Chi-chen Itza. The opening sets the stage for an intimate exploration of the ruins, highlighting the juxtaposition of vibrant Maya culture with the haunting loneliness of the abandoned city overgrown by jungle. The introduction details Don Eduardo's motivations and background as an American consul, as well as the historical significance of the well, which was believed to be the site of ceremonial sacrifices. The narrative leads readers through his initial encounters and musings in a land rich with history and mystery, establishing a tone of adventure and scholarly inquiry. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aYucatán (Mexico : State) -- Description and travel | ||
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| 653 | _aThompson, Edward Herbert, 1860-1935 | ||
| 653 | _aChichén Itzá Site (Mexico) | ||
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