The Olmec civilization was so powerful that it is known as the “mother culture” of Mesoamerica. Olmecs were forward thinking people. They created traditions that influenced succeeding cultures. They also left legacies that we take advantage of even today. This book showcases some of the most interesting legacies the Olmecs left behind - writing, counting and calendars. You will see images of their giant sculptures too!

The Olmec civilization was so powerful that it is known as the "mother culture" of Mesoamerica. Olmecs were forward thinking people. They created traditions that influenced succeeding cultures. They also left legacies that we take advantage of even today. This book showcases some of the most interesting legacies the Olmecs left behind - writing, counting and calendars. You will see images of their giant sculptures too!

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"This catalogue was published by the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art on the occasion of the exhibition Olmec: Colossal Masterworks of Ancient Mexico"--Colophon.

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Provides a complete overview of Olmec culture, its accomplishments and impact on later Mexcian civilizations.