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The Modern Maya: Incidents Of Travel And Friendship In Yucatn (The William And Bettye Nowlin Series In Art, History, And Cultu
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Ancient Maya Cities Draw Travelers From All Over The World To Mexicos Yucatn Peninsula. But While Tales Of The Maya Collapse Give An Air Of Mystery To The Ruins, Modern Maya Still Live In Communities Across The Yucatn, Where They Strive To Maintain Their Culture And Way Of Life Despite Centuries Of Political, Social, And Environmental Disruption. Photographer Macduff Everton Has Spent More Than Four Decades Living And Working Among The Maya. His 1991 Book On The Modern Maya Provided A Superb Photoessay And Ethnographic Record Of The Maya During A Time Of Critical Change And Globalization. In This Book, He Masterfully Updates His Portrait Of The Modern Maya, While Investigating The Effects Of Nafta, Tourism, The Evangelical Movement, World Trade And Maquiladoras, Racism, Sexism, And Drugs On Maya Communities.Combining Splendid Photography Of Ancient Maya Sites And Modern Maya Communities With An Illuminating Narrative, Everton Takes Us Into The Homes And Lives Of Farmers And Chicle Gatherers, Ranch Hands And Henequen Workers, As Well As The Mayanspeaking Urbanites Who Work At The Resorts On The Riviera Maya. His Long Acquaintance With The Maya Allows Him To Tell Dramatic Stories Of How Individuals And Families Have Seen A Way Of Life That Was Centered Around The Milpa (Farm) And The Cultivation Of Tropical Forest Products Transformed By The Effects Of Globalization And The Necessity To Labor For Wages. At The Same Time, Everton Also Reveals The Amazing Adaptability Of The Maya, Who Hold Onto The Essence Of Their Culture Despite All The Destructive Pressures From The Outside World.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Modern Maya'? A: 'The Modern Maya' explores the lives of contemporary Maya communities in the Yucatán peninsula, highlighting their cultural resilience amid globalization and social changes.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Macduff Everton, a photographer who has spent over four decades working and living among the Maya.
- Q: What type of photography is featured in the book? A: The book combines stunning photography of both ancient Maya sites and modern Maya communities, providing a visual narrative of their lives.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Modern Maya' have? A: 'The Modern Maya' contains a total of 368 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: 'The Modern Maya' is available in a hardcover binding, making it a durable choice for readers.
- Q: When was 'The Modern Maya' published? A: 'The Modern Maya' was published on March 1, 2012.
- Q: Is this book suitable for anyone interested in anthropology? A: Yes, 'The Modern Maya' is suitable for those interested in anthropology, history, and cultural studies, offering insights into the lives of modern Maya.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating that it has been previously owned but remains in acceptable shape.
- Q: Can you tell me more about the author's experience with the Maya? A: Macduff Everton has a deep connection with the Maya, having lived and worked in their communities for over forty years, which enriches his narrative.
- Q: What specific issues affecting the Maya are discussed in the book? A: The book addresses various issues such as globalization, NAFTA, tourism, and the impacts of drugs and racism on Maya communities.