Synopses & Reviews
Review
"A user-friendly reference on a complex subject, the Handbook is recommended for all secondary, public, and academic libraries." - Library Journal
Review
"…[a] fascinating introduction to Mesoamerican mythology." - American Reference Books Annual
Review
"Because the myths of Mesoamerica receive only cursory treatment in omnibus mythology sources … this handbook, the product of an uncommon mother-and-son scholarly collaboration, will enrich reference collections in public and academic libraries." - Booklist
Review
"Focusing more on broad themes than subtle nuances, this handbook is recommended for all academic libraries." - Choice
Synopsis
• Bibliography of print and nonprint sources for further research
• Introduction placing mythology in social and historical context
Synopsis
Critically acclaimed introduction of broad scope to the myths of Mesoamerica from ancient times to the present.
- Bibliography of print and nonprint sources for further research
- Introduction placing mythology in social and historical context
Synopsis
Critically acclaimed introduction of broad scope to the myths of Mesoamerica from ancient times to the present.
Synopsis
• Provides an overview of broad themes running through the tradition, including the interweaving of mythology and Christianity
• Covers myths normally receiving cursory treatment in wider-reaching texts
• Includes discussion of time and how it functions historically and mythologically