The Mythology of Mayas, Aztecs and Incas (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. Sacred Myths, Gods, Cosmologies, and Heroic Legends of Pre-Columbian AmericaBy Lewis Spence
Length11h 47m
About this audiobook
The Mythology of Mayas, Aztecs and Incas offers a sweeping account of the sacred narratives, divine genealogies, cosmologies, ritual practices, and heroic traditions of the great civilizations of Mesoamerica and the Andes. Written in a lucid, interpretive prose characteristic of early twentieth-century comparative mythology, the book situates Quetzalcoatl, Huitzilopochtli, Viracocha, and other figures within broader patterns of mythic imagination. Though shaped by the scholarship of its period, it remains valuable for its synthetic ambition and literary clarity. Lewis Spence, a Scottish journalist, folklorist, and prolific student of myth and occult traditions, devoted much of his career to making ancient religions accessible to general readers. His interest in comparative religion, folklore, and lost civilizations informed his approach to American antiquity. Writing at a time when archaeology, ethnology, and philology were rapidly expanding knowledge of Indigenous cultures, Spence sought to gather scattered materials into coherent narrative form. This volume is recommended to readers interested in mythology, intellectual history, and the reception of pre-Columbian cultures in European scholarship. It should be read critically, but also appreciatively, as an engaging gateway into the mythic worlds of the Maya, Aztec, and Inca civilizations.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
GenreSpirituality and Religion
Length11 hrs 47 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 5, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Mythology of Mayas, Aztecs and Incas (Annotated)
9Chapter IV: The Maya Race and Mythology
2Introduction
10Chapter V: Myths of the Maya
3Synopsis
11Chapter VI: The Civilisation of Old Peru
4Historical Context
12Chapter VII: The Mythology of Peru
5Preface
13Note on the Pronunciation of the Mexican, Mayan, and Peruvian Languages
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6Chapter I: The Civilisation of Mexico
14Analysis
7Chapter II: Mexican Mythology
15Reflection
8Chapter III: Myths and Legends of the Ancient Mexicans
16Memorable Quotes
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