First cities
By: by Anthony P. Andrews.
Edition: 1st ed.
Series: Exploring the ancient world
Publisher: St. Remy Press; Smithsonian Books
Published: 1995
Place of publication: Montreal; Washington, D.C
Language: eng
Number of pages: 176
Subjects: Cities and towns, Ancient.; Urbanization.
Description: "This introductory-level book of the 'Exploring the  Ancient World' series deals with urbanism in six parts of the world. One chapter overviews Mesoamerica and discusses Olmec centers, Monte Albán, and Teotihuacán. Reflecting the author's interests, ancient Maya cities are discussed in a separate chapter. Color photographs and drawings"--Handbook of Latin American Studies, v. 57.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 168-170) and index.