Views on and of Yucatan: Besides Notes Upon Parts of the State of Campeche and the Territory of Quintana Roo, Collected During a Long Residence in the Peninsula (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Henry A. Case

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0331097567 ISBN 13: 9780331097566

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

A witness account of Yucatan’s ancient ruins and living landscape, seen through a long residence in the peninsula.

This travelogue cum field study gathers notes on Maya sites, towns, and the modern life of Campeche and Quintana Roo. It blends on‑the‑ground observations with historical context, offering readers a window into ruins, legends, and the people who still inhabit the region today. The work foregrounds well‑documented ruins, colonial influences, and the evolving map of Yucatan as railways and towns spread across the peninsula.

• Detailed descriptions of Maya ruins and temples, including Palenque, Uxmal, Chichen Itza, and other sites with authentic, era‑specific features.
• Accounts of nearby towns, haciendas, and rail connections that shaped travel and study in the region.
• Discussion of local practices, incense customs, and the impact of history on present landscapes.
• Observations of how ruins have been reused, repurposed, or left to decay, with notes on ongoing exploration.

This edition is a solid fit for readers interested in archaeology, Central American history, and travel writing that situates ancient wonders within contemporary life. Ideal for fans of field notes, site surveys, and firsthand historical immersion.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0331097567
• ISBN 13: 9780331097566
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 413