Telling Maya Tales
Author: Gary H. Gossen
Publisher: Psychology Press
Published: 1999
Total Pages: 348
ISBN-13: 9780415914673
DOWNLOAD EBOOKEssays present a ethnographic portrait.
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Telling Maya Tales
Author: Gary H. Gossen
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 2013-12-02
Total Pages: 344
ISBN-13: 113523308X
DOWNLOAD EBOOKTelling Maya Tales offers an experimental ethnographic portrait of the San Juan Chamula, the largest and most influential Maya community of Highland Chiapas, in the late twentieth century--the era of the Zapatistas. In this collection of essays, the author, whose field work in the area spans two generations of anthropological thought, explores several expressions of Tzotzil ethnic affirmation, ranging from oral narrative to ritual drama and political action. His work covers the current era, when the Chamula Tzotzils mingle chaotically and sometimes violently with the social and political space of modern Mexico--most recently, in the context of the Maya Zapatista movement of 1994.
The Popol Vuh
Author: Lewis Spence
Publisher: New York : AMS Press
Published: 1908
Total Pages: 80
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKMaya and the Turtle
Author: John C. Stickler
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Published: 2012-09-10
Total Pages: 54
ISBN-13: 1462910289
DOWNLOAD EBOOK**WINNER OF THE INTERNATIONAL 2013-2014 MORNING CALM MEDAL** This multicultural children's book presents a heartwarming Korean fairy tale about a little girl and a fortunate encounter. Poverty is all Maya has ever known, but she doesn't allow it to stop her from caring for her father, and others, as best she can. Kind and gentle, she is a lovely young girl who always puts others first. One day, she finds a little turtle and takes him home, raising and loving him, never knowing that he will play an instrumental part in her destiny. Similar to The Korean Cinderella, Maya and the Turtle, is an original Korean fairy tale by authors John Stickler and Soma Han that teaches children that the road to greatness lies in selflessness and that the loving kindness of a pure heart can awaken great love and power in another. Beautifully illustrated by Han, this book contains fascinating bits of information about Korean culture and is a poignant tale about the rewards of kindness, patience and courage.
The Bird who Cleans the World
Author: Victor Montejo
Publisher:
Published: 1991
Total Pages: 136
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThese Mayan fables and animal stories were collected and transcribed by the author from Jakaltek-Maya language, one of the 21 Mayan languages that are still spoken in Guatemala. The stories are firmly rooted in the world of nature, demonstrating and insisting on honesty, understanding and respect among people and their cultures.
Mayan Folktales
Author: James D. Sexton
Publisher:
Published: 1999
Total Pages: 308
ISBN-13:
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis collection of folklore offers a rich and lively panorama of Mayan mythic heritage. Here are everyday tales of village life; legends of witches, shamans, spiritualists, tricksters, and devils; fables of naguales, or persons who can change into animal forms; ribald stories of love and life; cautionary tales of strange and menacing neighbors and of the danger lurking within the human heart. These legends narrate origin and creation stories, explain the natural world, and reinforce cultural beliefs and values such as honesty, industriousness, sharing, fairness, and cleverness. Whether tragic or comic, fantastic or earthy, whimsical or profound, these tales capture the mystery, fragility, and power of the Mayan world.
Telling Maya Tales
Author: Gary H. Gossen
Publisher: Psychology Press
Published: 1999
Total Pages: 309
ISBN-13: 9780415914666
DOWNLOAD EBOOKEssays present a ethnographic portrait
Kamala and Maya's Big Idea
Author: Meena Harris
Publisher: HarperCollins
Published: 2020-06-02
Total Pages: 37
ISBN-13: 0063018918
DOWNLOAD EBOOKINSPIRED BY A TRUE STORY FROM THE CHILDHOOD OF VICE PRESIDENT KAMALA HARRIS! A beautiful, empowering picture book about two sisters who work with their community to effect change, inspired by a true story from the childhood of the author’s aunt, Kamala Harris, and mother, lawyer and policy expert Maya Harris. “A must read for little girls around the world.” —Elizabeth Warren, U.S. Senator from Massachusetts “An inspiring tale.” —Stacey Abrams, Former Minority Leader, Georgia House of Representatives; Founder and Chair, Fair Fight Action “I love this book.” —Megan Rapinoe, Co-Captain, U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team One day, Kamala and Maya had an idea. A big idea: They would turn their empty apartment courtyard into a playground! This is the uplifting tale of how the author’s aunt and mother first learned to persevere in the face of disappointment and turned a dream into reality. This is a story of children’s ability to make a difference and of a community coming together to transform their neighborhood. A New York Times bestseller!
Telling Tales
Author: Rebecca Langston-George
Publisher: Capstone
Published: 2015
Total Pages: 65
ISBN-13: 1491459913
DOWNLOAD EBOOK"Introduces and defines essential elements of writing short stories accompanied by compelling writing prompts for practicing new skills. Real-life author bios and excerpts enhance skills and understanding"--
The Chocolate Tree
Author: Linda Lowery
Publisher: First Avenue Editions
Published: 2009
Total Pages: 52
ISBN-13: 1580138519
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe god Kukulkan decides to give the Mayan people the gift of chocolate, the favorite food of the gods, but when Kukulkan 's brother Night Jaguar tells the other gods what he has done Kukulkan is banned from paradise forever.
