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The Illustrated Popol Vuh (Large Print Edition)
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Series: Legends of Antiquity, Book 7
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Publisher: Aj Carmichael
Published: Oct 4 2025
Pages: 300
Weight: 1.54
Height: 0.63 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
Step into the heart of Mesoamerican myth and legend with The Illustrated Popol Vuh, a vivid retelling of the sacred narrative of the K'iche' Maya. Known as the Book of the People, the Popol Vuh preserves the ancient stories of creation, the heroic deeds of the Hero Twins, and the timeless struggles between gods, humans, and the forces of nature.
This edition brings the text to life through stunning illustrations that capture the rich symbolism, dramatic encounters, and cosmic visions of Maya cosmology. From the birth of the world and the shaping of the first humans to the underworld trials of Hunahpu and Xbalanque, every tale is rendered with both scholarly respect and artistic imagination.
Accessible and visually striking, The Illustrated Popol Vuh is more than a mythological text-it is a gateway into one of humanity's great epics. Perfect for history enthusiasts, mythology lovers, and readers fascinated by ancient civilizations, this volume invites you to rediscover the beauty, wisdom, and mystery of the Maya world.
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