The Myth Of Quetzalcoatl
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The Myth Of Quetzalcoatl
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Author : Enrique Florescano
language : en
Publisher: JHU Press
Release Date : 2002-11-29
The Myth Of Quetzalcoatl written by Enrique Florescano and has been published by JHU Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2002-11-29 with Art categories.
In this comprehensive study, Enrique Florescano traces the spread of the worship of the Plumed Serpent, and the multiplicity of interpretations that surround him, by comparing the Palenque inscriptions (ca. A.D. 690), the Vienna Codex (pre-Hispanic Conquest), the Historia de los Mexicanos (1531), the Popul Vuh (ca. 1554), and numerous other texts. He also consults and reproduces archeological evidence from Mexico, Guatemala, El Salvador, and Nicaragua, demonstrating how the myth of Quetzalcoatl extends throughout Mesoamerica.
The Myth Of Quetzalcoatl
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Author : Alfredo López Austin
language : en
Publisher: University Press of Colorado
Release Date : 2015-10-07
The Myth Of Quetzalcoatl written by Alfredo López Austin and has been published by University Press of Colorado this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-10-07 with Social Science categories.
The Myth of Quetzalcoatl is a translation of Alfredo López Austin’s 1973 book Hombre-Dios: Religión y politica en el mundo náhuatl. Despite its pervasive and lasting influence on the study of Mesoamerican history, religion in general, and the Quetzalcoatl myth in particular, this work has not been available in English until now. The importance of Hombre-Dios and its status as a classic arise from its interdisciplinary approach, creative use of a wide range of source material, and unsurpassed treatment of its subject—the nature and content of religious beliefs and rituals among the native populations of Mesoamerica and the manner in which they fused with and helped sanctify political authority and rulership in both the pre- and post-conquest periods. Working from a wide variety of previously neglected documentary sources, incorporating myth, archaeology, and the ethnography of contemporary Native Americans including non-Nahua peoples, López Austin traces the figure of Quetzalcoatl as a “Man-God” from pre-conquest times, while Russ Davidson’s translator’s note, Davíd Carrasco's foreword, and López Austin’s introduction place the work within the context of modern scholarship. López Austin’s original work on Quetzalcoatl is a pivotal work in the field of anthropology, and this long-overdue English translation will be of significance to historians, anthropologists, linguists, and serious readers interested in Mesoamerica.
Quetzalcoatl And The Irony Of Empire
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Author : David Carrasco
language : en
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
Release Date : 1992-06-15
Quetzalcoatl And The Irony Of Empire written by David Carrasco and has been published by University of Chicago Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1992-06-15 with History categories.
Davíd Carrasco draws from the perspectives of the history of religions, anthropology, and urban ecology to explore the nature of the complex symbolic form of Quetzalcoatl in the organization, legitimation, and subversion of a large segment of the Mexican urban tradition. His new Preface addresses this tradition in the light of the Columbian quincentennial. "This book, rich in ideas, constituting a novel approach . . . represents a stimulating and provocative contribution to Mesoamerican studies. . . . Recommended to all serious students of the New World's most advanced indigenous civilization."—H. B. Nicholson, Man
Lord Of The Dawn
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Author : Rudolfo Anaya
language : en
Publisher: UNM Press
Release Date : 2012-02-16
Lord Of The Dawn written by Rudolfo Anaya and has been published by UNM Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-02-16 with Fiction categories.
The legend of Quetzalcóatl is the enduring epic myth of Mesoamerica. The gods create the universe, but man must carefully tend to the harmony of the world. Without spiritual attention to harmony, chaos may reign, destroying the universe and civilization. The ancient Mexicans, like other peoples throughout the world, wrestled with ideas and metaphors by which to know the Godhead and developed their own concepts about their relationship to the universe. Quetzalcóatl came to the Toltecs to teach them art, agriculture, peace, and knowledge. He was a redeemer god, and his story inspires, instructs, and entertains, as do all the great myths of the world. Now available in paperback, the Lord of the Dawn is Anaya’s exploration of the cosmology and the rich and complex spiritual thought of his Native American ancestors. The story depicts the daily world of man, the struggle between the peacemakers and the warmongers, and the world of the gods and their role in the life of mankind.
Mesoamerican Mythology
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Author : Tom Daning
language : en
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Release Date : 2006-08-15
Mesoamerican Mythology written by Tom Daning and has been published by The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-08-15 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
Explains, in graphic novel format, the Mesoamerican myth of Quetzalcoatl, in which a battle between the gods leads to the creation of earth and sky.
Quetzalcoatl A Myth
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Author : José López Portillo
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1977
Quetzalcoatl A Myth written by José López Portillo and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1977 with categories.
The Myths Of Mexico Peru
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Author : Lewis Spence
language : en
Publisher: DigiCat
Release Date : 2022-05-17
The Myths Of Mexico Peru written by Lewis Spence and has been published by DigiCat this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-05-17 with Social Science categories.
The Myths of Mexico & Peru is a detailed study on the history and mythology of ancient Aztecs and Incas, providing valuable information to allow understanding into the background of Latin American heritage. The book includes tales of the myths of creations, legends of numerous Mesoamerican Gods, such as Quetzalcoatl, Tlaloc, Tezcatlipoca and Huitzilopochtli, and many other interesting folk tales of the ancient tribes of Mexico and Peru.
The Myths Of Mexico Peru
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Author : Lewis Spence
language : en
Publisher: Good Press
Release Date : 2023-10-29
The Myths Of Mexico Peru written by Lewis Spence and has been published by Good Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-10-29 with Fiction categories.
"The Myths of Mexico & Peru" by Lewis Spence is a captivating exploration of indigenous folklore from two rich and ancient cultures. Spence skillfully navigates the intricate realms of Mexico and Peru's myths, revealing the intriguing tales of their gods, heroes, and legendary creatures. His narrative prowess breathes life into these distant mythologies, making it an enthralling read for anyone intrigued by Mesoamerican and South American folklore and seeking to immerse themselves in the mystical worlds of these civilizations.
Quetzalcoatl
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Author : Ernesto Novato
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2019-07-03
Quetzalcoatl written by Ernesto Novato and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2019-07-03 with categories.
*Includes pictures *Includes a bibliography for further reading Gilgamesh, Hercules, Aeneas, and Lancelot are instantly recognized as mythological heroes in the West, evoking visions of Persian monsters, ghastly labors, and the founding and glorification of cities, but the name Quetzalcoatl is as mysterious as its spelling. Even those who have come across his name when learning about the history of Mesoamerica - particularly the Aztec and the god's role in the Spanish conquest of their empire - are often unaware that the Mesoamerican deity has tales that equal any of those in the repertoire of the mythological figures mentioned above, and the tale of his transmission into modern times is no less fascinating. As archaeologists quickly learned, there are numerous temples dedicated to Quetzalcoatl all across Mesoamerica. From the Aztec to the Maya, Quetzalcoatl - the Feathered Serpent - rears his beautiful head from magnificent relief carvings in temples no less grandiose than the largest pyramid in the region, that of Cholula in Mexico. Furthermore, thousands of people still gather in the great Mayan city of Chichén Itzá during the spring and autumn equinoxes to watch the shadow of the Feathered Serpent slither its way down the temple known as El Castillo. Worship of the Feathered Serpent can be traced back 2,000 years, and the Serpent's cults appear all across Mesoamerica. The Olmec, the Aztec, and both the Yucatec and K'iche Mayans all had different names for this deity, including Kukulkan, Q'uq'umatz, and Tohil, but his iconography is curiously consistent over several centuries across the region. Depending on who was worshipping him, the Feathered Serpent was a creator-god, the god of the winds, the god of the rains, or merely a near-divine ancestor whose militaristic ways won his followers land and riches before he was eventually marred by lavishness and iniquity, resulting in his demise. To some of the invading Spanish conquistadores, Quetzalcoatl was little more than another demon the "natives" had been worshipping before they were kind enough to bring God to the New World. To others, however, Quetzalcoatl was precisely evidence of the spread of Christianity reaching Mesoamerica long before the conquistadores ever arrived. Much of what modern scholars depend on to understand Quetzalcoatl, however, comes from the period of the Spanish invasion of Mesoamerica, and therefore stories of his blowing the sun across the sky have become mixed with those linking him with Jesus Christ. Nevertheless, this makes for a fascinating picture of a deity whose image has been shaped by some of the most famous civilizations in history and continues to be adopted by people today, often for more than spiritual purposes (as is evident in the adoption of Quetzalcoatl imagery in Mexico's struggle for independence). As a result, Quetzalcoatl was and remains one of the most interesting and enlightening stories ever to have come out of any civilization, and his stories offer a better understanding of the Mesoamerican world. Quetzalcoatl: The History and Legacy of the Feathered Serpent God in Mesoamerican Mythology examines the origins of the deity and his place in the pantheon of gods. Along with pictures of important people, places, and events, you will learn about Quetzalcoatl like never before.
Quetzalcoatl In Myth Archeology And Art
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Author : Díaz Infante, Fernando
language : en
Publisher: New York : Continuum
Release Date : 1982
Quetzalcoatl In Myth Archeology And Art written by Díaz Infante, Fernando and has been published by New York : Continuum this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1982 with Indian mythology categories.