Silver cities of Yucatan

audiobook

Silver cities of Yucatan

by Gregory Mason

EN·~7 hours·20 chapters

Chapters

20 total

This ebook was created in honour of Distributed Proofreaders 25th Anniversary.

0:35

ACKNOWLEDGMENT

0:43

PREFACE

7:17

ILLUSTRATIONS

2:30

CHAPTER I THE FIRST FAMILIES OF AMERICA

24:12

CHAPTER II WE HEAR OF A RUINED CITY

30:16

CHAPTER III RARE BIRDS

23:52

CHAPTER IV AND COMMON CROCODILES

33:13

CHAPTER V LOST IN “DELIRIUM TREMENS”

44:31

CHAPTER VI A SHRINE OF ANCIENT FISHERMEN

32:52
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Description

In the wind‑tossed waters of the eastern Yucatán, white pyramids rise like beacons for passing ships, while mangrove‑laced bays whisper of hidden harbors once used by daring buccaneers. The narrative guides listeners through the sweeping coastlines, coral reefs, and dense forests where ancient Maya structures still clutch the sky. Vivid illustrations and a detailed map bring the crumbling temples and bustling trade routes of a forgotten age to life.

The author, accompanied by noted archaeologist Dr. Herbert Spinden, recounts a 1920s expedition funded by the New York Times and supported by local authorities, offering a rare glimpse into fieldwork that blended scientific rigor with a sense of adventure. Listeners will hear stories of stone carvings, astronomical observatories, and the cultural legacy of Quetzalcoatl as interpreted through Maya architecture. The book balances scholarly insight with the romance of discovery, making the ancient Yucatán feel both tangible and mysterious.

Through the author's eyes, the journey becomes a meditation on how modern civilization meets the stubborn resilience of indigenous peoples protecting their heritage. Whether you are fascinated by archaeology, history, or travel, the audio experience offers a thoughtful portrait of a landscape where stone and sea converge.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~7 hours (427K characters)

Release date

Dec 23, 2025

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Gregory Mason

Gregory Mason

1889–1968

An adventurous American journalist and travel writer, he turned his reporting life into books about revolutions, long journeys, and the ancient cultures of Mexico and Central America. His work blends firsthand observation with a real curiosity about places that were little known to many U.S. readers of his time.

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