Illustrated Guide to South American Myths and Legends
Author : Geraldine Carter
Publisher : Longmeadow Press
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 49,34 MB
Release : 1995-10-01
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ISBN : 9780681103597
Author : Geraldine Carter
Publisher : Longmeadow Press
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 49,34 MB
Release : 1995-10-01
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ISBN : 9780681103597
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Publisher :
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 50,52 MB
Release : 1995
Category : Aztec mythology
ISBN : 9781858910185
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Publisher :
Page : 144 pages
File Size : 32,92 MB
Release : 1995
Category : Amazons
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Draws on the myths and legends of the great civilizations of the Aztec, Mayan and Inca empires, as well as those of the Amazon tribes. Sheds light on contemporary life and illuminates the spiritual beliefs and main preoccupations of these people.
Author : Hartley Burr Alexander
Publisher : DigiCat
Page : 453 pages
File Size : 25,27 MB
Release : 2023-11-16
Category : Social Science
ISBN :
This edition presents a thorough and comprehensive study on the folklore and legends of the native inhabitants of Central and South America. The materials for the study of native traditions are striking and various, from the usual demoniac beliefs and animistic credulities, to elaborate formations such as the Aztec and Maya pantheons, or the enigmatic Peruvian dogma. The study also explores the mythology of Caribbean people, as well as the legends from Amazon, Brazil, and the tales from the far south of the continent. Webster's Dictionary from 1903-1908, then became professor of philosophy at the University of Nebraska.
Author : Philip Ardagh
Publisher :
Page : 72 pages
File Size : 12,75 MB
Release : 2006
Category : Folklore
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A collection of traditional tales from around the world, reflecting the cultures and religions from which the stories come.
Author : Harold Osborne
Publisher : Kenilworth Press
Page : 141 pages
File Size : 13,55 MB
Release : 1968
Category : Indian mythology
ISBN : 9780600036319
Lavishly illustrated studies of myths concerning the origin of the world, the creation of man, heroes, and the etiology of tribes, religious rituals and other concerns of the ancient South American people.
Author : Philip Ardagh
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 17,57 MB
Release : 2001
Category : Indian mythology
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Author : World Book
Publisher :
Page : 93 pages
File Size : 23,88 MB
Release : 2015
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ISBN : 9780716626404
Who was the Maya corn god? How did the Inca explain the origin of the world? Explore the rich mythologies and legends of the peoples of Central and South America. Famous Myths and Legends is a beautifully photographed and illustrated 12-volume series designed to narrate the ancient mythologies and inherited stories from the many diverse cultures throughout the world.
Author : Anita Croy
Publisher :
Page : pages
File Size : 38,86 MB
Release : 2015-07
Category : Aztec mythology
ISBN : 9780716626282
"Myths and legends from Central and South America. Features include information about the history and culture behind the myths, pronunciations, lists of deities, word glossary, further information, and index"--
Author : Douglas Gifford
Publisher :
Page : 132 pages
File Size : 30,86 MB
Release : 1993
Category : History
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Presents myths and legends from the Aztecs, Toltecs, Mayas, and Incas.