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Critically acclaimed introduction of broad scope to the myths of Mesoamerica from ancient times to the present.
- Bibliography of print and nonprint sources for further research
- Introduction placing mythology in social and historical context
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'A user-friendly reference on a complex subject, the Handbook is recommended for all secondary, public, and academic libraries."
..".[a] fascinating introduction to Mesoamerican mythology."
"A user-friendly reference on a complex subject, the Handbook is recommended for all secondary, public, and academic libraries."
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..".[a] fascinating introduction to Mesoamerican mythology."
"A user-friendly reference on a complex subject, the Handbook is recommended for all secondary, public, and academic libraries."
"Focusing more on broad themes than subtle nuances, this handbook is recommended for all academic libraries." -
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."..[a] fascinating introduction to Mesoamerican mythology." -
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"A user-friendly reference on a complex subject, the "Handbook" is recommended for all secondary, public, and academic libraries." -
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"[A] fascinating introduction to Mesoamerican mythology." -
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"Because the myths of Mesoamerica receive only cursory treatment in omnibus mythology sources . . . this handbook, the product of an uncommon mother-and-son scholarly collaboration, will enrich reference collections in public and academic libraries." -
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"Because the myths of Mesoamerica receive only cursory treatment in omnibus mythology sources . . . this handbook, the product of an uncommon mother-and-son scholarly collaboration, will enrich reference collections in public and academic libraries." - Booklist
"A user-friendly reference on a complex subject, the Handbook is recommended for all secondary, public, and academic libraries." - Library Journal
Continuity and invention characterise Mesoamerican mythic traditions equally well. Some contemporary mythological themes have endured relatively unchanged for thousands of years, others have appeared as new inventions drawing on older traditions. Many myths since the Spanish conquest in 1521 combine essential elements of both indigenous traditions and Christianity in a way that expresses simultaneously their close links with the past, and the ability to creatively adapt to new situations and demands.
This volume explores the wide variety of Mesamerican myths and mythic themes from the Paleondian era (ca. 254,000 years ago) to the twentieth century. Myths range from thos3e belonging to pre-Conquest indigenous rulers, traders, and midwives to contemporary peasants, rebels and their Saints.
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- PublisherABC-CLIO Ltd
- Publication date2000
- ISBN 10 1851093400
- ISBN 13 9781851093403
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages325
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