Just Released!

• Maya Cities and Sacred Caves is an up-to-date guide to the Maya sites of Belize. Written by Dr. Jaime Awe, director of the Institute of archeology, the beautifully illustrated book is full of historical and cultural insights into the Maya, The remains of their amazing civilization can be seen in the pyramid temples, hieroglyphics carved in stone and ritual caves, dating from 2000 BC. This book reveals the latest archeological research and stunning photographs of the sites and the sacred objects found within tombs, chambers and caves.

Coming soon!

• The Economy of Belize is a welcome addition to the “Explorer Series” of texts. This informative book will be of interest to those learning about Belize, especially students of business and economics.

Recently Published!

• The Garifuna: A Nation Across Borders, essays in social anthropology was launched on November 18th, 2005 at the Gulisi Museum in Dangriga. Edited by Joeseph Palacio, the collection of academic works by Garifuna and non- Garifuna authors covers many topics on Garifuna culture including, oral history, gender relations, spirituality, musical traditions, French accounts from the 16th century, and background to the UNESCO proclamation.