Traces the history and meaning of Mayan and Aztec myths, and helps readers understand how these myths shaped and direct people's lives. Includes photographs, illustrations, and a glossary.
General Note
Includes index.
Content Note
The mighty myth -- The world of the Mayans -- The soul of the Mayans -- The Mayan creation: the Popol Vuh -- Popular Mayan gods -- Will the world end in 2012? -- The world of the Aztecs -- The soul of the Aztecs -- The Aztec foundation story -- Popular Aztec gods -- Why did the Aztecs fall?.