Popol Vuh: The Mayan Book of the Dawn of Life by Dennis Tedlock
This book provides a comprehensive English translation of the Popol Vuh, the ancient Mayan creation myth. The narrative covers the genesis of the world, the adventures of the Hero Twins, the creation of humans, and the establishment of the Mayan civilization. The book also includes extensive commentary and notes, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the cultural and historical context of the Mayan myth.
The 2783rd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1985
- Nationality
- Mayan
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Pages
- Unknown
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
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- 79th on Harvard Book Store Staff's Favorite 100 Books (Harvard Book Store)
- The Graphic Canon (Book)