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An Illustrated Dictionary of the Gods and Symbols of Ancient Mexico and the Maya

by Mary Miller

An Illustrated Dictionary of the Gods and Symbols of Ancient Mexico and the Maya Cover

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Publisher Comments:

Until now, no single-volume introduction has existed to act as a guide to the labyrinthine symbolic world of pre-Columbian Mesoamerica. The authors draw on their research in the fast-changing field of Maya studies and the latest anthropological discoveries to produce an authoritative workdocumenting nearly 300 entriesthat should serve as a standard reference for students, scholars, and travelers. 260 illustrations.

Synopsis:

This is a dictionary of Mesoamerican mythology and religion, which seeks to act as a guide to the labyrinthine symbolic world. Nearly 300 entries describe the main gods and symbols, accompanied by illustrations, while two introductory essays provide accounts of Mesoamerican history and religion.
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Product Details

ISBN:
9780500279281
With:
Taube, Karl
Author:
Taube, Karl
Author:
Miller, Mary
Publisher:
Thames & Hudson
Location:
New York, N.Y. :
Subject:
English language
Subject:
Comparative Religion
Subject:
Religion
Subject:
Mexico
Subject:
Native American Studies - Spirituality
Subject:
Aztecs
Subject:
Ethnic & Tribal
Subject:
Aztec mythology -- Dictionaries.
Subject:
Ethnic Studies - Native American Studies - Spirituality
Subject:
English language -- Dictionaries.
Subject:
Mayas - Religion and mythology - Dictionaries
Edition Description:
PBK
Publication Date:
April 1997
Binding:
Paperback
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Yes
Pages:
216
Dimensions:
9.44x6.32x.58 in. 1.27 lbs.
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