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Her cup for sweet cacao : food in ancient Maya society

by Traci Ardren

This collection examines the role of food in ancient Maya culture, drawing on evidence from faunal remains, hieroglyphic texts, and chemical analyses. The chapters explore how dietary practices influenced social and cultural development in the region.

Accession 16837 ISBN 9781477321645 Publisher University of Texas Press
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