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The Gods of Mexico

Cottie Arthur Burland

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Description:This study of the ancient religion of Mexico, from the earliest times to the Spanish conquest, combines sociology, history, art and archeology with its account of primitive nature festivals. It explains the meaning behind the beliefs and practices of the ancient religion and relates them to behaviour in a primitive society. The books also traces the developing Olmec, Maya, Toltec and Aztec cultures and their societies and religious hierarchies; describes religious festivals and the magical power of the gods: shows how the system of religious celebrations was keyed to seasonal and astronomical events; and pays particular attention to the significance of Quetzalcoatl. "This book will be of greatest interest to the general reader and student; however, it provides an excellent summary for the specialist." -Library Journal-(The above text is verbatim from the back cover of this book)We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with The Gods of Mexico. To get started finding The Gods of Mexico, you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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Pages: 219

Format: PDF, EPUB & Kindle Edition

Publisher: Capricorn Books

Release: 1968

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Description: This study of the ancient religion of Mexico, from the earliest times to the Spanish conquest, combines sociology, history, art and archeology with its account of primitive nature festivals. It explains the meaning behind the beliefs and practices of the ancient religion and relates them to behaviour in a primitive society. The books also traces the developing Olmec, Maya, Toltec and Aztec cultures and their societies and religious hierarchies; describes religious festivals and the magical power of the gods: shows how the system of religious celebrations was keyed to seasonal and astronomical events; and pays particular attention to the significance of Quetzalcoatl. "This book will be of greatest interest to the general reader and student; however, it provides an excellent summary for the specialist." -Library Journal-(The above text is verbatim from the back cover of this book)We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with The Gods of Mexico. To get started finding The Gods of Mexico, you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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