People of the Sun: The Archaeology of Ancient Mexico

Harvard FAS

Anthropology 1182 is designed to provide a deeper understanding and appreciation of human ecology, social practices, and the role of religion in the extraordinary achievements of the People of the Sun, in Central Highland Mexico, a vibrant region of the ancient world. We will examine the interplay between forces promoting sociopolitical change and economic innovations that led to urban life, including vital input from other parts of Mesoamerica. The varied learning experiences in this course…