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A Scattering of Jades: Stories, Poems, and Prayers of the Aztecs
A Scattering of Jades Stories Poems and Prayers of the Aztecs Author:Thelma D. Sullivan (Translator), T. J. Knab Long before Europeans came to America, the Aztecs were flourishing, creating a unique culture based on myth and a love of language. To the Aztecs, an elegant turn of phrase was like a precious stone. This work is an anthology of the best of Aztec literature, including myths and narratives, poems and proverbs. These selections depict the reality ... more »of this ancient people: their everyday life, and their truly unique view of the world.« less