Their pantheon of gods and goddesses governed every aspect of life, from creation to agriculture, war, and death. Understanding these deities offers a glimpse into the complex worldview of the Aztecs ...

His dual serpent-bird form symbolized a harmony of earth and sky, of material sustenance and celestial guidance. Central to Aztec creation myth and Mayan mythology, he co-created the earth and ...

pt. 1. Introduction -- 1. Introduction -- Overview -- The issue of jargon terminology versus "plain English" -- Anthropology : with what kind of animal are we dealing? -- Contributions made by other ...