Reveals the truths and teachings that lie behind many of the Mesoamerican myths, and addresses the question of the role that storytelling played in this diverse society.
This book discusses the ancient Maya and Aztec civilizations (starting about 1500 B.C.) and their myths which represented their beliefs about themselves and their surroundings.
"Read about the creation of people according to the Popol Vuh, the origin of the sun, moon, world, music, and four other important myths"--Provided by publisher.