Palenque-Lakamha

By Mercedes de la Garza

Subjects: Antiquities, Mayan Inscriptions, Mayas, History, Excavations (Archaeology)

Description: New archaeological and historical analysis of famed Mayan city of Palenque (200-900 A.D.) and its leaders. Takes advantage of recent revelations in epigraphy and archaeology to reconstruct dynasty and influence of governor K'inich Janahb' Pakal, responsible for site's most elaborate and impressive architectural and sculpture works.