The American Egypt: A Record of Travel in Yucatan
By Channing Arnold, Frederick J. Tabor Frost
Length12h 52m
About this audiobook
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.
Audiobook details
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
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