Isbn: 9781332754953 - representation of deities of the maya manuscripts (classic reprint) (4 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of ancient Maya deities, focusing on their representations and the interpretations that scholars have made of them over time. The author meticulously analyzes the three surviving Maya manuscripts - the Dresden, Madrid, and Paris codices - to identify the distinct characteristics and attributes of each deity. He explores the complex relationships between these deities, drawing parallels to their counterparts in Aztec mythology and examining how their roles in the Maya pantheon connect to themes of death, war, creation, and the natural world. The book's investigation transcends a simple cataloging of gods. It reveals how the Maya people incorporated their deities into a rich tapestry of calendrical, astronomical, and ritual practices. Through careful analysis of the symbolic language embedded within the codices, the author sheds light on the unique ways that the ancient Maya understood and expressed their beliefs about life, death, and the cosmos. By offering a nuanced and detailed examination of the Maya manuscripts, the book provides invaluable insights into the religious and cultural practices of this enigmatic civilization. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. …

Paperback. Condizione: Brand New. 52 pages. 9.00x6.00x0.12 inches. This item is printed on demand.