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Mythology of the American Nations (Paperback)
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Mythology of the American Nations (Paperback)
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Loot Price R426
Discovery Miles 4 260
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This is a reference guide to the mythology of the native North
American, Maya, Aztec, Inca and earlier civilizations and cultures
of the Americas. It includes more than 900 entries, arranged
alphabetically and packed with information on the central mythical
figures of each culture. It features special illustrated spreads on
unifying mythological themes such as Creation & the Universe,
Ordering the World, and Death & Sacrifice. It is fully
cross-referenced and comprehensively indexed. It is illustrated
with over 500 images, this book depicts the central features and
characters of the myths, and explores the impact of these
enthralling stories. Here is a rich source of information for any
reader who wants to understand the myths and religions of the
indigenous inhabitants of America. The book is divided into three
sections, each focusing on the mythology of distinct civilizations
and regions. North American Mythology explores the universal themes
of creation and the mythical living landscape. Mesoamerican
Mythology explores the culture and beliefs of the Maya and Aztecs.
South American Mythology focuses on the immense Inca empire. An
instantly accessible A-to-Z format provides concise, easy-to-locate
entries on more than 900 key characters, enabling the reader to
discover who is who in the mythology of the Americas.
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