Myths of Pre-Columbian America (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169342385)

Myths of Pre-Columbian America is a book written by Donald A. MacKenzie that explores the myths and legends of the indigenous peoples of the Americas before the arrival of Christopher Columbus. The book covers a wide range of topics, including creation myths, hero tales, and stories of gods and goddesses. MacKenzie draws from a variety of sources, including oral traditions, archaeological findings, and written records from the Aztec, Maya, Inca, and other civilizations. The book also includes illustrations and maps to help readers better understand the cultural and historical context of these myths. Overall, Myths of Pre-Columbian America offers a fascinating glimpse into the rich and complex mythology of the Americas before European colonization.This volume deals with the myths and religious practices of pre-Columbian America in their relation to habits of life and the growth of civilization. The question is frankly faced whether these manifestations of ancient culture were of independent origin or had been imported from the Old World. Sample contents: glamor of gold; Indian elephant in American art; Semites, Celts and Norsemen in America; water burials and the ship of death; cremation and other burial customs; goddesses of love and food; and much more. Illustrated.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Donald A. MacKenzie
ISBN-10: 1169342388
ISBN-13: 9781169342385
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 436
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.13lbs
Size: 7.01h x 10.00w x 0.94d