The Decline of Classic Maya Civilization - A Systems Perspective
Offered By: Santa Fe Institute via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the complex factors behind the decline of Classic Maya civilization in this illuminating lecture. Delve into new archaeological, epigraphic, and environmental evidence that provides a systems perspective on the relatively rapid demise of key Southern Maya Lowland cities around 800 A.D. Discover how this decline differs from a complete collapse, as some Maya cities continued to thrive until the Spanish Conquest. Examine artistic and cultural achievements, population growth, drought, elite problems, and new construction patterns to gain a comprehensive understanding of the turning point in Maya history. Learn about the rise of Mayapan and the eventual impact of Spanish conquest on this resilient civilization.
Syllabus
Introduction
Overview of Classic Maya Civilization
Artistic Achievements
Cultural Achievements
Collapse
The Turning Point
PostClassic
Population Growth
Drought
Elite Problems
New Construction
Systems Perspective
Mayapan
Spanish Conquest
Taught by
Santa Fe Institute
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