When the Spanish took over Central America in the 16th and 17th centuries they made certain to destroy the writings and holy books of the native Mayans in an effort to convert them to Christianity. Few texts survived; yet one did of the highest importance. It is called The Popol Vuh. It is the creation story of the Mayan culture and; according to the author; this was the first English rendering of that text. It tells the story of a great flood; gods who created mankind; and a number of other interesting parallels to mythologies from around the world. This is the "Genesis" of the mysterious Mayas and should be essential reading for those interested in our ancient past. The book also contains three bonus chapters from Spence on mythology and religion from ancient Mexico. All of the gods and deities are fully explained and at times compared with those from Greece; Rome; and Egypt. All told; this is a fascinating collection of mythology from Central America and Mexico.
#1777776 in Books Kelly; C. Brian 2006-09-01 2006-09-01Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 9.02 x .91 x 6.06l; 1.03 #File Name: 1581825021352 pages
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. I love to read little tidbits of history that isn't in ...By B. E. SnyderI study the Civil War; also it's leaders. I love to read little tidbits of history that isn't in the study books I normally use.It is very informative. There are sad stories. Happy stories and funny stories also. I really love these little books.I can pick up this book and read a story or two in a little bit of time. That's great!I appreciated you sending the book in a swift manner. It was well wrapped also. Keep up the good work.Thank you so much; Barb0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. A very good mix of interesting storiesBy galndixieA very good mix of interesting stories; but has a lot of repeats of stories from his book Voices of the Civil War. I bought both; could have gotten by with only one.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. great bookBy Marie Whittakerthis book was in good shape and came just as it was described. I got it as a gift for my son-in-law; and he is very happy with it.
