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Popol Vuh: The Sacred Book Of The Maya: The Great Classic Of Central American Spirituality, Translated From The Original Maya Te
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The Popol Vuh Is The Most Important Example Of Maya Literature To Have Survived The Spanish Conquest. It Is Also One Of The Worlds Great Creation Accounts, Comparable To The Beauty And Power Of Genesis.Most Previous Translations Have Relied On Spanish Versions Rather Than The Original Kichemaya Text. Based On Ten Years Of Research By A Leading Scholar Of Maya Literature, This Translation With Extensive Notes Is Uniquely Faithful To The Original Language. Retaining The Poetic Style Of The Original Text, The Translation Is Also Remarkably Accessible To English Readers.Illustrated With More Than Eighty Drawings, Photographs, And Maps, Allen J. Christensons Authoritative Version Brings Out The Richness And Elegance Of This Sublime Work Of Literature, Comparable To Such Epic Masterpieces As The Ramayana And Mahabharata Of India Or The Iliad And Odyssey Of Greece.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the Popol Vuh? A: The Popol Vuh is the most significant surviving example of Maya literature, detailing creation myths and the origins of the Maya civilization. It is often compared to other great creation accounts, such as the Book of Genesis.
- Q: Who is the author of this translation? A: The translation is by Allen J. Christenson, a leading scholar in Maya literature, who based his work on ten years of research and the original K’iche’-Maya text.
- Q: What is the length of the book? A: The book consists of 328 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of Maya spirituality and literature.
- Q: Is this edition illustrated? A: Yes, this edition is illustrated with more than eighty drawings, photographs, and maps, enhancing the reader's experience and understanding of the text.
- Q: How does this translation differ from previous versions? A: Unlike many previous translations that relied on Spanish versions, this translation is uniquely faithful to the original K’iche’-Maya language, retaining its poetic style and accessibility for English readers.
- Q: When was this edition published? A: This edition of the Popol Vuh was published on March 1, 2007.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in a paperback binding, making it lightweight and easy to handle.
- Q: Is the book in new condition? A: Yes, the item condition is classified as new, ensuring that you receive a high-quality product.
- Q: What genre does this book fall under? A: The Popol Vuh is categorized under Criticism & Theory, focusing on literary analysis and cultural significance.
- Q: What is the significance of the Popol Vuh in Maya culture? A: The Popol Vuh is a foundational text for understanding Maya mythology, history, and spiritual beliefs, representing the cultural identity of the Maya people.