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The American Egypt: A Record of Travel in Yucatan

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Literary Classics

The American Egypt: A Record of Travel in Yucatan

By Channing Arnold, Frederick J. Tabor Frost

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The American Egypt: A Record of Travel in Yucatan

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In "The American Egypt: A Record of Travel in Yucatan," the expansive themes of exploration, cultural encounter, and historical analysis take center stage. This anthology traverses a wide array of literary styles, from detailed travelogue to richly described archaeological study. Its significance lies in capturing a pivotal moment of early 20th-century curiosity about the Americas, intertwining intricate observations with broader cultural reflections. The works selected underscore the diversity of the Yucatan region, with standout narratives that provide a vivid tapestry of its heritage and geography. This collection, within the realms of travel literature and anthropology, offers invaluable insights into a land both ancient and evolving. Channing Arnold and Frederick J. Tabor Frost bring together a confluence of perspectives that draw from the deep wells of historical and cultural scholarship. Their contributions reflect a period when the world was gradually uncovering the mysteries of ancient civilizations, and as editors, they adeptly weave these discoveries with personal reflections and empirical study. The anthology aligns with the burgeoning interest in the cultural and historical intersections that defined the early 1900s, allowing these diverse voices to chart a comprehensive map of regional identity and heritage. "The American Egypt" invites those intrigued by history and cultural exchange to embark on a unique literary journey. It offers an unmatched opportunity to explore the vibrancy and complexity of the Yucatan through the eyes of those who sought to bridge understanding between distant worlds. Readers are encouraged to engage with the anthology not only for its educational value but also for the rich dialogue it constructs through various perspectives, serving as a testament to the enduring allure and significance of travel literature.

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GenreTravel, Literary Classics

Length12 hrs 52 mins

Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices

FormateBook with Audio

Publish dateJun 2, 2022

LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1Introduction

10CHAPTER XII COPAN AND QUIRIGUA

2PREFACE

11CHAPTER XIV THE ANCIENT MAYANS

3CHAPTER II MEXICO CITY AND THE MEXICANS

12CHAPTER XV WHO WERE THE MAYANS?

4CHAPTER IV FIRST IMPRESSIONS OF YUCATAN

13CHAPTER XVII THE AGE OF THE RUINS

5CHAPTER VI AMID THE PALACES OF THE ITZAS

14CHAPTER XVIII HIEROGLYPHICS AND PAINTINGS

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6CHAPTER VII VALLADOLID AND AFTER

15CHAPTER XIX SLAVERY ON THE HACIENDAS

7CHAPTER VIII IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF CORTES

16CHAPTER XX YUCATAN AS IT IS TO-DAY AND THE YUCATECANS

8CHAPTER IX EL MECO TO PUERTO MORELOS

17CHAPTER XXI THE GREEN GOLD OF YUCATAN

9CHAPTER X IN SEARCH OF THE MAYAN MECCA

18Memorable Quotes

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