Author: Joel Ivan Cardenas Amarillas
Publisher: nix
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 378
Book Description
Stories and Legends from all over Mexico in your language for your delight and fascination ghosts, ghosts and other fantastic creatures you will find in this book, do you dare to read it ?.
Legends Of Terror I (Mexico)
Author: Joel Ivan Cardenas Amarillas
Publisher: nix
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 378
Book Description
Stories and Legends from all over Mexico in your language for your delight and fascination ghosts, ghosts and other fantastic creatures you will find in this book, do you dare to read it ?.
Publisher: nix
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 378
Book Description
Stories and Legends from all over Mexico in your language for your delight and fascination ghosts, ghosts and other fantastic creatures you will find in this book, do you dare to read it ?.
Legends Of Terror - Specters And Apparitions
Author: Joel Ivan Cardenas Amarillas
Publisher: nix
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 310
Book Description
A new installment of our series of horror legends this time is a continuation of 50 more complementary legends from the previous volume a little more robust than the previous volume.
Publisher: nix
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 310
Book Description
A new installment of our series of horror legends this time is a continuation of 50 more complementary legends from the previous volume a little more robust than the previous volume.
Legends of the City of Mexico
Author: Thomas A. Janvier
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 115
Book Description
Thomas A. Janvier's 'Legends of the City of Mexico' delves into the rich history and folklore of Mexico's capital city. The book intricately weaves together a collection of captivating legends that have been passed down through generations, providing readers with a glimpse into the cultural tapestry of the region. Janvier's writing style is both vivid and descriptive, transporting readers to the streets of Mexico City and immersing them in the enchanting tales of times past. This book is a valuable contribution to Mexican literature, offering a unique perspective on the city's myths and traditions. Thomas A. Janvier, a prolific American author and historian, was known for his works focusing on Latin American culture and history. His interest in Mexican folklore and legends led him to compile this comprehensive collection, showcasing his deep understanding and appreciation for the country's heritage. Janvier's meticulous research and passion for storytelling shine through in 'Legends of the City of Mexico', making it a must-read for anyone interested in Mexican culture and folklore. I highly recommend 'Legends of the City of Mexico' to readers who are seeking an immersive and enlightening journey through the captivating world of Mexican legends. Janvier's masterful storytelling and rich historical insights make this book a valuable addition to any library, offering a compelling look into the myths and folklore that have shaped Mexico City's identity.
Publisher: Good Press
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 115
Book Description
Thomas A. Janvier's 'Legends of the City of Mexico' delves into the rich history and folklore of Mexico's capital city. The book intricately weaves together a collection of captivating legends that have been passed down through generations, providing readers with a glimpse into the cultural tapestry of the region. Janvier's writing style is both vivid and descriptive, transporting readers to the streets of Mexico City and immersing them in the enchanting tales of times past. This book is a valuable contribution to Mexican literature, offering a unique perspective on the city's myths and traditions. Thomas A. Janvier, a prolific American author and historian, was known for his works focusing on Latin American culture and history. His interest in Mexican folklore and legends led him to compile this comprehensive collection, showcasing his deep understanding and appreciation for the country's heritage. Janvier's meticulous research and passion for storytelling shine through in 'Legends of the City of Mexico', making it a must-read for anyone interested in Mexican culture and folklore. I highly recommend 'Legends of the City of Mexico' to readers who are seeking an immersive and enlightening journey through the captivating world of Mexican legends. Janvier's masterful storytelling and rich historical insights make this book a valuable addition to any library, offering a compelling look into the myths and folklore that have shaped Mexico City's identity.
Legends of the Plumed Serpent
Author: Neil Baldwin
Publisher: PublicAffairs
ISBN: 1610392698
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 397
Book Description
Meticulously pieced together from personal experiences that come with years of travel, an extensive knowledge of the historic and scholarly works, and a deep appreciation of Latin American art and culture—both ancient and modern—critically-acclaimed biographer Neil Baldwin has created a mosaic of words and images retelling the myth of the Plumed Serpent (or Quetzalcóatl) as it has evolved through the millennia. He has also created an essential guidebook for the armchair traveller and passionate tourist alike. Only a few hours by air from the United States are the mysteries and hauntingly beautiful ruins of Mexico. Among the vines intertwined in the frail latticework of crumbling palaces, spiraling geometric motifs covering vast walls that sink beneath the jungle, and nearly vertical temple steps leading hundreds of feet to a dizzying view of sky and earth, images of Quetzalcóatl abound. The fanged, bug-eyed feathered serpent thrusts his malevolent, sneering head from the pyramid at Teotihuacán; he swims in a river of rock around the temple at Xochicalco; and at Chichén Itzá, serpent and jaguar dance on a trail of stone, their embrace spawning a monstrous snake with clawed forefeet. Depicted as part man, snake, and bird, the Plumed Serpent is the earliest known creation myth from Mesoamerica, the region spanning Mexico and most of Central America. He embodies good and evil, sky and earth, feast and famine—the duality of life itself. Steep, massive temples were built in his honor at Teotihuacán, the vast city of ruins near today’s Mexico City, and at Chichén Itzá in northern Yucatán, the intricate complex that includes the famed ballcourt. Moctezuma, the ruler of the Aztecs, mistook Hernán Cortéz and the invasion of the Spanish in 1519 for the return of Quetzalcóatl. The Catholic Church with its army of Franciscan monks adapted his legend to introduce the indigenous people to Catholicism. The myth enhanced Emiliano Zapata’s stature as a latter-day Quetzalcóatl during the Mexican Revolution. Diego Rivera and the modern muralists invoked his image to include indigenous themes in their state-sponsored art. And Quetzalcóatl inspired English author D. H. Lawrence to write a new “American novel.” These and many other tales are recounted in the words and images of Neil Baldwin’s Legends of the Plumed Serpent. Whether sharing a moment of reflection among the breathtaking ruins, delving into the historic role of Quetzalcóatl during the Spanish Conquest, or tracing the themes of revolution and rebirth in the art of Rivera, Orozco, and Siqueiros, Neil Baldwin’s enlightening prose captures the imagination. Accompanied by numerous illustrations—many photographs taken by the author, and others painstakingly researched and gathered over the past decade—Legends of the Plumed Serpent is a true labor of love.
Publisher: PublicAffairs
ISBN: 1610392698
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 397
Book Description
Meticulously pieced together from personal experiences that come with years of travel, an extensive knowledge of the historic and scholarly works, and a deep appreciation of Latin American art and culture—both ancient and modern—critically-acclaimed biographer Neil Baldwin has created a mosaic of words and images retelling the myth of the Plumed Serpent (or Quetzalcóatl) as it has evolved through the millennia. He has also created an essential guidebook for the armchair traveller and passionate tourist alike. Only a few hours by air from the United States are the mysteries and hauntingly beautiful ruins of Mexico. Among the vines intertwined in the frail latticework of crumbling palaces, spiraling geometric motifs covering vast walls that sink beneath the jungle, and nearly vertical temple steps leading hundreds of feet to a dizzying view of sky and earth, images of Quetzalcóatl abound. The fanged, bug-eyed feathered serpent thrusts his malevolent, sneering head from the pyramid at Teotihuacán; he swims in a river of rock around the temple at Xochicalco; and at Chichén Itzá, serpent and jaguar dance on a trail of stone, their embrace spawning a monstrous snake with clawed forefeet. Depicted as part man, snake, and bird, the Plumed Serpent is the earliest known creation myth from Mesoamerica, the region spanning Mexico and most of Central America. He embodies good and evil, sky and earth, feast and famine—the duality of life itself. Steep, massive temples were built in his honor at Teotihuacán, the vast city of ruins near today’s Mexico City, and at Chichén Itzá in northern Yucatán, the intricate complex that includes the famed ballcourt. Moctezuma, the ruler of the Aztecs, mistook Hernán Cortéz and the invasion of the Spanish in 1519 for the return of Quetzalcóatl. The Catholic Church with its army of Franciscan monks adapted his legend to introduce the indigenous people to Catholicism. The myth enhanced Emiliano Zapata’s stature as a latter-day Quetzalcóatl during the Mexican Revolution. Diego Rivera and the modern muralists invoked his image to include indigenous themes in their state-sponsored art. And Quetzalcóatl inspired English author D. H. Lawrence to write a new “American novel.” These and many other tales are recounted in the words and images of Neil Baldwin’s Legends of the Plumed Serpent. Whether sharing a moment of reflection among the breathtaking ruins, delving into the historic role of Quetzalcóatl during the Spanish Conquest, or tracing the themes of revolution and rebirth in the art of Rivera, Orozco, and Siqueiros, Neil Baldwin’s enlightening prose captures the imagination. Accompanied by numerous illustrations—many photographs taken by the author, and others painstakingly researched and gathered over the past decade—Legends of the Plumed Serpent is a true labor of love.
Legends of Mexico
Author: George Lippard
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : American literature
Languages : en
Pages : 138
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : American literature
Languages : en
Pages : 138
Book Description
Eat Like a Luchador
Author: Legends of Lucha Libre
Publisher: Running Press Adult
ISBN: 0762497394
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 495
Book Description
From the ring to the kitchen, celebrate lucha libre with popular Mexican dishes offering a modern twist from iconic athletes, legends, and superstars in this one-of-a-kind cookbook for wrestling fans and aspiring chefs alike. Lucha libre—or, professional Mexican wrestling—is the most popular sport in Mexico after soccer and has become an international pop culture phenomenon all over the world. This officially licensed cookbook with the Legends of Lucha Libre includes more than 50 favorite Mexican dishes with a modern-day twist from the sport's most celebrated luchadores and luchadoras including Solar, Super Astro, Penta Zero M, Lady Maravilla, and more. Also included are fun stories and facts on championship details and family legacies, dozens of photos of wrestlers in the ring and in the kitchen, and illustrations of delicious food. Written by Mexico's leading female lucha libre journalist, Mónica "Centellita" Ochoa has interviewed some of the most well-known wrestlers in lucha libre, costume designers, and restaurant owners from around the globe to compile this must-have collection of recipes fit for hungry luchadores and their families. Recipes include: Super Astro's six-pound Gladiator Torta Taya Valkyrie's sweet and savory Carne Asada Penta Zero M's zero fear Chicken Fajitas with Bell Peppers Tinieblas Jr.'s twist on Surf and Turf luchador-style WWE Hall of Famer Amy Dumas's vegan Tlacoyo de Nopal and more!
Publisher: Running Press Adult
ISBN: 0762497394
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 495
Book Description
From the ring to the kitchen, celebrate lucha libre with popular Mexican dishes offering a modern twist from iconic athletes, legends, and superstars in this one-of-a-kind cookbook for wrestling fans and aspiring chefs alike. Lucha libre—or, professional Mexican wrestling—is the most popular sport in Mexico after soccer and has become an international pop culture phenomenon all over the world. This officially licensed cookbook with the Legends of Lucha Libre includes more than 50 favorite Mexican dishes with a modern-day twist from the sport's most celebrated luchadores and luchadoras including Solar, Super Astro, Penta Zero M, Lady Maravilla, and more. Also included are fun stories and facts on championship details and family legacies, dozens of photos of wrestlers in the ring and in the kitchen, and illustrations of delicious food. Written by Mexico's leading female lucha libre journalist, Mónica "Centellita" Ochoa has interviewed some of the most well-known wrestlers in lucha libre, costume designers, and restaurant owners from around the globe to compile this must-have collection of recipes fit for hungry luchadores and their families. Recipes include: Super Astro's six-pound Gladiator Torta Taya Valkyrie's sweet and savory Carne Asada Penta Zero M's zero fear Chicken Fajitas with Bell Peppers Tinieblas Jr.'s twist on Surf and Turf luchador-style WWE Hall of Famer Amy Dumas's vegan Tlacoyo de Nopal and more!
Yaqui Myths and Legends
Author:
Publisher: University of Arizona Press
ISBN: 9780816504671
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 188
Book Description
Sixty-one tales narrated by Yaquis reflect this people's sense of the sacred and material value of their territory.
Publisher: University of Arizona Press
ISBN: 9780816504671
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 188
Book Description
Sixty-one tales narrated by Yaquis reflect this people's sense of the sacred and material value of their territory.
The Mexican Pet: More "New" Urban Legends and Some Old Favorites
Author: Jan Harold Brunvand
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
ISBN: 0393346552
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
"A uniquely entertaining book: edifying scholarship, diverting social history."—Elaine Kendall, Los Angeles Times "[The book] captures the spirit of convivial storytelling and even encourages the activity. . . . Many readers . . . will be gratified to know that Brunvand intends to continue this series of relaxed, unofficial excursions into popular legends. Admirers of curiosa and the psychology of crowds cannot afford to miss them." —Kirkus Reviews
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
ISBN: 0393346552
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 224
Book Description
"A uniquely entertaining book: edifying scholarship, diverting social history."—Elaine Kendall, Los Angeles Times "[The book] captures the spirit of convivial storytelling and even encourages the activity. . . . Many readers . . . will be gratified to know that Brunvand intends to continue this series of relaxed, unofficial excursions into popular legends. Admirers of curiosa and the psychology of crowds cannot afford to miss them." —Kirkus Reviews
Mexican Ghost Tales of the Southwest
Author: Alfred Avila
Publisher: Arte Publico Press
ISBN: 9781558856370
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 180
Book Description
Traditional Mexican stories tell of ghosts, evil spirits, devils, curses, and supernatural forces.
Publisher: Arte Publico Press
ISBN: 9781558856370
Category : Young Adult Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 180
Book Description
Traditional Mexican stories tell of ghosts, evil spirits, devils, curses, and supernatural forces.
La Llorona
Author: Joe Hayes
Publisher: Cinco Puntos Press
ISBN: 0938317865
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : es
Pages : 34
Book Description
A retelling, in parallel English and Spanish text, of the traditional tale told in the Southwest and in Mexico of how the beautiful Maria became a ghost.
Publisher: Cinco Puntos Press
ISBN: 0938317865
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : es
Pages : 34
Book Description
A retelling, in parallel English and Spanish text, of the traditional tale told in the Southwest and in Mexico of how the beautiful Maria became a ghost.