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Mayan Mathematics

Kaia Stonebrook

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Mayan Mathematics explores the remarkable intellectual achievements of the Maya civilization, focusing on their sophisticated number system, calendrical computations, and astronomical observations. The Maya, despite lacking advanced technology, developed the concept of zero and charted celestial movements with incredible precision. Their mathematical system was deeply intertwined with their society, influencing everything from religious beliefs and ritual practices to agricultural planning and political power. The book reveals how the Maya used a base-20 (vigesimal) system and two calendars, the Haab (365-day solar) and the Tzolkin (260-day sacred), which combined to form the Calendar Round. It examines their tracking of the Sun, Moon, and Venus, demonstrating how these observations informed their cosmology. By analyzing inscriptions, archaeological findings, and colonial-era texts, the book reconstructs Mayan mathematical thought.

 
The book begins with Mayan numerals and calendars, then moves to astronomical observations and their connection to Mayan cosmology. It concludes by exploring the legacy of Mayan mathematics and its influence on other Mesoamerican cultures. This approach makes complex concepts accessible, highlighting the Maya's unique contribution to the history of science and challenging Eurocentric views of intellectual development.
Disponible desde: 29/03/2025.
Longitud de impresión: 62 páginas.

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