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The Ancient Maya, 6th Edition
Robert Sharer, Loa Traxler
Stanford University Press, 2005
Latest edition of "classic" text
This is by far the most comprehensive book about the ancient Maya. There are several excellent shorter ones; this is the go-to book for thorough reference. It has become almost as "classic" as Maya civilization. Sharer reminisces about being "hooked on" Maya studies ...
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Killing Pablo: The Hunt for the World's Greatest Outlaw
Mark Bowden
Penguin (Non-Classics), 2002
Even better than fiction
Pablo Escobar, his life is just unbelievable, it's hard to believe that one person can affect so many lifes. If you think about it, this guy permanently changed the lives of thousands of people not only in Columbia, but all over the world.
This is a book you must ...
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Columbus in the Americas (Turning Points in History)
William Least Heat-Moon
Wiley, 2002
Columbus - More Than 1492
This is a terrific history of Columbus' four trips to the Americas taken mostly from his journals and other contemporary accounts. It is better than good for several reasons. First, it is novel in that it describes the first voyage beyond the histroy we get in grade ...
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Proper Pursuit, A
Lynn, Austin
Bethany House, 2007
More Than A Historical Novel!
The time is the late 1800's and twenty year old Violet Hayes is on a quest to experience romance and mystery just like the books her and her best friend Ruth snuck to read at Madame Beauchamps' School for girls. Yes she was taught to be a lady but she wants adventure. ...
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The Last Days of the Incas
Kim MacQuarrie
Simon & Schuster, 2008
A fast and detailed narrative, an exhilarating read till the last page.
This is an excellent book. A fast and detailed narrative, an exhilarating read till the last page. I have to agree with one reviewer, I was also willing the Inca rebellion on to victory while knowing the grim fate that awaited them. The description of the battle ...
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The Chicago World's Fair of 1893: A Photographic Record (Dover Architectural Series)
Dover Publications, 1980
A trip back in time
Beautiful photos and thoughtful text. This book does a nice job of condensing the story and mood of the fair into a quick and easy to read format. I own several books about the fair and while some have more photos, this is still my favorite. A must have for those ...
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Lost City of the Incas (Phoenix Press)
Hiram Bingham
Phoenix, 2003
a Great Introduction to Peru and history of anthropology
This book is valuable for many reasons. First and foremost, it presents us with the views and attitudes of one of the world's foremost anthropologist-explorers from the beginning of the 20th century. This means lots and lots of passion and enthusiasm, a willingness to ...
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House of Rain: Tracking a Vanished Civilization Across the American Southwest
Craig Childs
Back Bay Books, 2008
Wonderful book
A wonderful book.Very well researched and written.I wish it didn't end.I'm now going to travel to see some of the places that he wrote about.And I will pick up more of his books.HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.
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What Every American Needs to Know About the Qur'an - A History of Islam & the United States
William, J Federer
Amerisearch, Inc., 2007
The best book I have read on the subject thus far.
This book gives reference to the reasons why America should be concerned about the Islamic move that is sweeping our country.
While so many like to remind us that "not all muslims are terrorists", this book explains why the true Muslim, one who seeks to follow the ...
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The Devil in the White City: Murder, Magic, and Madness at the Fair That Changed America
Erik Larson
Crown, 2003
Gripping and Inspiring
This is a fabulous story of the World's Fair in Chicago. It intrudes some of the most famous architects of American history and weaves a murder mystery into the storyline.
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Lady Of Palenque : Flower of Bacal, Mesoamerica, A.D. 749 (Royal Diaries)
Anna Kirwan
Scholastic Press, 2004
One of my favorites
So far I did not complete this novel because it's in storage but what I read so far is positivly one the best in my opinion.
So what if the names are a bit confusing I guess those were the names Mayan people had..
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Chicago's Classical Architecture: The Legacy of the White City (IL) (Images of America)
David Stone
Arcadia Publishing, 2006
A magical walking tour of Chicago's History
This novel was not only informative as a historical referrence of Chicago's history, but I used it as a guidebook while plotting what sites to see in this wonderful City!
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Solving the Greatest Mystery of Our time : The Mayan Calendar
Carl Johan Calleman
Garev Publishing, 2000
Enjoyed the Book and highly recommend it
I know there's been many who have written quite negative reviews, and I am also quite well acquainted with other authors on the same or related topics centering on 2012 and the Calendar and the Nahautl lore and traditions. Oddly, people have taken positions favoring a ...
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The Mayan Factor: Path Beyond Technology
Jose Arguelles
Bear & Company, 1987
the most wonderful book
This book was one of the most thrilling stories I heard a long time ago, but the more I read it and study the subject I realized how important is for our spiritual and future life, and even nowdays development...this author is guiding us through a marvelous and ...
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Stone Age Spear and Arrow Points of the Midcontinental and Eastern United States: A Modern Survey and ...
Noel D. Justice
Indiana University Press, 1995
A Necessity for the Midwestern Archeologist
Justice's "Stone Age Spear and Arrow Points" is a must have for anyone interested in Midwestern prehistoric lithic technology. A number of localized and somewhat regional typology books are available, but none attempts such a widespread regional synthesis. Two ...
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