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The Popol Vuh
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The book presents an English rendering of The Popol Vuh, the essential creation story of the Mayan culture, surviving the Spanish conquest that aimed to erase native texts. It explores themes such as a great flood and the creation of mankind, drawing intriguing parallels with global mythologies. Additionally, it includes three bonus chapters by Spence that delve into ancient Mexican mythology and religion, comparing Mayan deities with those from Greece, Rome, and Egypt, making it a vital resource for those interested in ancient civilizations.
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The Popol Vuh, Lewis Spence
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- Released
- 2003
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- Title
- The Popol Vuh
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Lewis Spence
- Publisher
- Book Tree
- Released
- 2003
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 116
- ISBN13
- 9781585092369
- Category
- Esotericism and Religion
- Description
- The book presents an English rendering of The Popol Vuh, the essential creation story of the Mayan culture, surviving the Spanish conquest that aimed to erase native texts. It explores themes such as a great flood and the creation of mankind, drawing intriguing parallels with global mythologies. Additionally, it includes three bonus chapters by Spence that delve into ancient Mexican mythology and religion, comparing Mayan deities with those from Greece, Rome, and Egypt, making it a vital resource for those interested in ancient civilizations.