Popol Vuh: The Mythic and Heroic Sagas of the Kiches of Central America (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781168822673)

Popol Vuh: The Mythic and Heroic Sagas of the Kiches of Central America is a book written by Lewis Spence. It is a translation of the sacred text of the K'iche' people of Guatemala, which tells the creation story and the history of the K'iche' people. The book is divided into three parts, the first of which describes the creation of the world and the birth of the gods. The second part tells the story of the hero twins, Hunahpu and Xbalanque, who defeat the lords of the underworld and bring about the creation of humans. The third part is a history of the K'iche' people, including their wars and conquests. The book provides a fascinating insight into the mythology and culture of the K'iche' people, and is essential reading for anyone interested in Mesoamerican history and culture.1908. The Popol Vuh is the new world's richest mythological mine. It has been neglected because of the unthinking strictures passed upon its authenticity. That other manuscripts exist in Guatemala is probable. The only records of the faith of the builders of the mystic ruined and deserted cities of Central America should be recovered.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: Lewis Spence
ISBN-10: 116882267X
ISBN-13: 9781168822673
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 68
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.60lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.31d