John Bierhorst Books

Bierhorst explores the myths of South America across seven regions, featuring stories and special topics like myth and politics. Readers will encounter female creators, Incan gods, and tricksters. The book includes notes, a pronunciation guide, and an afterword on the resilience of Indian mythology and new findings on lesser-known tribes.

One hundred tales from 20 countries reflect European, Arabic, and African influences on native American folklore

Bierhorst's work explores the gods and heroes of Mexico and Central America, offering complete translations of twenty key myths from the Aztec and Maya to contemporary Indian groups. It examines their impact on modern Mesoamerican culture and includes a new afterword discussing the revival of native mythology in recent decades, along with helpful resources.