Maya Cultural Heritage: How Archaeologists and Indigenous Communities Engage the Past (Archaeology in Society)

Synopsis

Sheds Light On The Varied Ways Today's Maya Communities Relate To--and Are Often Distanced From--their Deep Past, Historicizes The Role Of Archaeologists And Nations In Pre-columbian Heritage, And Highlights How Grass-roots Heritage Programs Can Bridge Scientific Investigation And Local Community Interests--provided By Publisher. Part I. Background And The Big Ideas -- Haunting Questions -- Forging Nationalism And Indenturing Labor -- Disciplining The Past -- Rethinking Business As Usual -- Engaging The Shadow Of The Ancient Maya -- Part Ii. Connecting With Communities Around Heritage Issues -- Bridges To Community Partnerships -- The Maya Area Cultural Heritage Initiative (machi) -- In Their Own Words -- Talking Cultural Heritage At School With Sarah M. Rowe -- Performing The Past, Creating A Future With Sarah M. Rowe -- Restoring Balance : Pathways To Heritage Without Irony. Patricia A. Mcanany. Includes Bibliographical References And Index.