Download or read book Between the Sun and the Moon Andean and Amazonian Myths and Legends written by Beatriz R. Alvarado and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2015-08-07 with total page 126 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A magical clock in a castle full of hidden treasures. A family punished for its curiosity by being turned into stone. What do the above scenarios have in common? They are all part of the fabric of Peruvian tales that are retold on the pages ahead. Many cultures express ideas about their past and present through such a richness of myths and legends that magically describe what was, and what could have been, in a specific time and space. Each little Peruvian community I have visited in ceaseless travels across my native land has invariably found me sitting enthralled, by the sides of lagoon, river, or bridge; in a field or on a farm, listening to the wise voices of the people I meet there, and learning from them. I invite you to come along on a wonderful journey where you will meet supernatural characters with wonderful names like Pachamama, Mamakilla, Inti, the Apu spirits, and the Kocha deities, who interact with humans and determine their destiny. I hope that these tales of life, love, curiosity, magic, and adversity will touch you as they did me. Cul es la relacin entre un toro encantado y un sol encadenado intentando buscar su libertad? Qu significa un reloj mgico en un castillo donde se esconden valiosos tesoros inalcanzables para aquellos que los buscan? O dos ancianos convertidos en piedra debido a su curiosidad? Muchas culturas logran expresar su pasado y presente a travs de nutridos mitos y leyendas que mgicamente describen lo que fue o lo que pudo ser en un tiempo y espacio determinados. En cada pequea comunidad del Per que he recorrido, me he sentado fascinada al lado de alguna laguna, rio, puente, pradera o chacra a escuchar y aprender de las voces iluminadas de sus habitantes. Naveguemos juntos por estas sorprendentes narraciones sobre la vida, el amor, la curiosidad, lo mgico y la adversidad, que tienen como elementos principales a Pachamama, Mamakilla, Inti, los Apus y las Kochas, quienes interactan con la humanidad.
Download or read book Between the Sun and the Moon Andean and Amazonian Myths and Legends written by Beatriz R. Alvarado and published by AuthorHouse. This book was released on 2015-08-07 with total page 126 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A magical clock in a castle full of hidden treasures. A family punished for its curiosity by being turned into stone. What do the above scenarios have in common? They are all part of the fabric of Peruvian tales that are retold on the pages ahead. Many cultures express ideas about their past and present through such a richness of myths and legends that magically describe what was, and what could have been, in a specific time and space. Each little Peruvian community I have visited in ceaseless travels across my native land has invariably found me sitting enthralled, by the sides of lagoon, river, or bridge; in a field or on a farm, listening to the wise voices of the people I meet there, and learning from them. I invite you to come along on a wonderful journey where you will meet supernatural characters with wonderful names like Pachamama, Mamakilla, Inti, the Apu spirits, and the Kocha deities, who interact with humans and determine their destiny. I hope that these tales of life, love, curiosity, magic, and adversity will touch you as they did me. Cul es la relacin entre un toro encantado y un sol encadenado intentando buscar su libertad? Qu significa un reloj mgico en un castillo donde se esconden valiosos tesoros inalcanzables para aquellos que los buscan? O dos ancianos convertidos en piedra debido a su curiosidad? Muchas culturas logran expresar su pasado y presente a travs de nutridos mitos y leyendas que mgicamente describen lo que fue o lo que pudo ser en un tiempo y espacio determinados. En cada pequea comunidad del Per que he recorrido, me he sentado fascinada al lado de alguna laguna, rio, puente, pradera o chacra a escuchar y aprender de las voces iluminadas de sus habitantes. Naveguemos juntos por estas sorprendentes narraciones sobre la vida, el amor, la curiosidad, lo mgico y la adversidad, que tienen como elementos principales a Pachamama, Mamakilla, Inti, los Apus y las Kochas, quienes interactan con la humanidad.
Download or read book Star Stories written by Anthony Aveni and published by Yale University Press. This book was released on 2019-10-22 with total page 207 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Follow an epic animal race, a quest for a disembodied hand, and an emu egg hunt in constellation stories from diverse cultures We can see love, betrayal, and friendship in the heavens, if we know where to look. A world expert on cultural understandings of cosmology, Anthony Aveni provides an unconventional atlas of the night sky, introducing readers to tales beloved for generations. The constellations included are not only your typical Greek and Roman myths, but star patterns conceived by a host of cultures, non-Western and indigenous, ancient and contemporary. The sky has long served as a template for telling stories about the meaning of life. People have looked for likenesses between the domains of heaven and earth to help marry the unfamiliar above to the quotidian below. Perfect reading for all sky watchers and storytellers, this book is an essential complement to Western mythologies, showing how the confluence of the natural world and culture of heavenly observers can produce a variety of tales about the shapes in the sky.
Download or read book The Latin American Mythology written by Hartley Burr Alexander and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2022-11-13 with total page 453 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This edition presents a thorough and comprehensive study on the folklore and legends of the native inhabitants of Central and South America. The materials for the study of native traditions are striking and various, from the usual demoniac beliefs and animistic credulities, to elaborate formations such as the Aztec and Maya pantheons, or the enigmatic Peruvian dogma. The study also explores the mythology of Caribbean people, as well as the legends from Amazon, Brazil, and the tales from the far south of the continent. Webster's Dictionary from 1903-1908, then became professor of philosophy at the University of Nebraska.
Download or read book The Ecology of the Spoken Word written by Michael Uzendoski and published by University of Illinois Press. This book was released on 2012-01-15 with total page 266 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume offers the first theoretical and experiential translation of Napo Runa mythology in English. Michael A. Uzendoski and Edith Felicia Calapucha-Tapuy present and analyze lowland Quichua speakers in the Napo province of Ecuador through narratives, songs, curing chants, and other oral performances, so readers may come to understand and appreciate Quichua aesthetic expression. Guiding readers into Quichua ways of thinking and being--in which language itself is only a part of a communicative world that includes plants, animals, and the landscape--Uzendoski and Calapucha-Tapuy weave exacting translations into an interpretive argument with theoretical implications for understanding oral traditions, literacy, new technologies, and language. A companion websiteoffers photos, audio files, and videos of original performances illustrates the beauty and complexity of Amazonian Quichua poetic expressions.
Download or read book Classic Fairy Tales And Myths Retold written by GEW Humanities Group and published by Global East-West. This book was released on 2024-06-16 with total page 188 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Classic Fairy Tales and Myths Retold" reimagines global myths and legends with modern twists, exploring universal themes, cultural identities, and the interplay between ancient and contemporary storytelling. The book offers a mesmerizing journey through the verdant landscapes of our shared human heritage, reimagining the timeless tales that have been the bedrock of cultures around the globe. This unique collection breathes new life into the ancient stories, weaving contemporary themes, settings, and sensibilities into the fabric of myth and folklore. From the shadowy forests of Europe to the sun-soaked tales of the Middle East, from the mysterious legends of Asia to the vibrant narratives of the Americas and Africa, this book traverses the world to gather an unparalleled compilation of stories that have captivated humanity for centuries. Each tale has been meticulously selected and thoughtfully reinterpreted to resonate with modern readers, offering fresh perspectives on classic themes of love, courage, betrayal, and justice. This collection not only preserves the essence of the original narratives but also challenges readers to contemplate how these ancient wisdoms align with today's world. Through this exploration, "Classic Fairy Tales and Myths Retold" highlights the enduring relevance of these stories, proving that the lessons they hold and the escapades they describe are as impactful now as they were hundreds or even thousands of years ago. Key Takeaways The book reinterprets classic fairy tales and myths from diverse cultures, blending traditional motifs with contemporary art styles. Universal themes such as the hero's journey, creation, love, and cosmic order are prevalent across global mythologies. The adaptation of ancient myths in modern contexts bridges the gap between tradition and contemporary societal dynamics. Cultural identity and storytelling are deeply intertwined, preserving heritage while fostering cross-cultural understanding. The book highlights the impact of myths on shaping societal values and promoting multiculturalism. Modern storytelling techniques, including digital platforms, are essential for the preservation and evolution of these narratives. The work emphasizes the importance of empathy, respect, and inclusivity in the retelling and reinterpretation of mythological tales.
Download or read book An Amazonian Myth and Its History written by Peter Gow and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2001 with total page 364 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Peter Gow unites the ethnographic data collected by the fieldwork methods invented by Malinowski with Levi-Strauss's analyses of the relations between myth and time. His book is an analysis of a century of social transformation in an indigenous Amazonian society, the Piro people of PeruvianAmazonia, taking as its starting point a single myth told to the author by a Piro man. Gow explores Piro history and ethnography outwards into the domains of myth-telling in general, and following the logic of certain important myths, further out into important domains of Piro experience such asvisual art, shamanry and girls' initiation ritual. All of these domains, like the myths themselves, have been demonstrably changing over the period since the 1880s. The book then shows how these changes are in fact transformations of transformations, changes in social forms that are intrinsicallyabout change. The logic of these changes are then followed through the historical circumstances of Piro people from the 1880s to the 1980s, to show how the intrinsically transformational nature of Piro social forms led them to respond in the ways that they did to the coming of rubber bosses,missionaries, and film-makers.This book makes an important contribution to debates in anthropology on the nature of history and social change, as well as addressing neglected areas such as myth, visual art, and the methodological issues involved in addressing fieldwork and archival data.
Download or read book South American Mythology written by Harold Osborne and published by . This book was released on 1968 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Mythology of South America written by John Bierhorst and published by . This book was released on 1988 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: More than any other continent, South America "has preserved the conditions that allow mythology to be freely produced." Dividing the continent into seven carefully mapped regions, John Bierhorst shows how South America's principal myths can be traced from tribe to tribe and how each region has developed its own unique oral tradition. Generous samples from the stories themselves introduce the female creators of the northern Andes, the male gods of the ancient Incas, and the Brazilian tricksters Sun and Moon. Originally published in 1988, Bierhorst has updated the text to reflect the abundance of new information that has become available since the mid 80s and written a new Afterward in which he emphasizes the durability of Indian mythology. Illustrations of native artwork and chapters devoted to special topics--including the connections between myths and politics--help to provide a well-rounded overview of this fascinating and little-known lore. Detailed maps show tribal locations and the distribution of key stories and samples of differing narrative styles add enrichment, as some of the world's purest and most powerful myths are made more accessible--and more meaningful--than ever before.
Download or read book The Mythology of All Races Latin American by H B Alexander 12 Egyptian by W M M ller Indo Chinese by J G Scott 1918 written by and published by . This book was released on 1920 with total page 642 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Mythology of all Races written by Hartley Burr Alexander, Ph.D. and published by . This book was released on 1920 with total page 638 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Latin American mythology written by Hartley Burr Alexander and published by . This book was released on 1920 with total page 624 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Myths, legends, heroes, and gods from Native Americans in Central and South America.
Download or read book Incan Mythology and Other Myths of the Andes written by Greg Roza and published by Rosen Central. This book was released on 2008 with total page 64 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introduces the religious and mythological beliefs of the Incas, including their gods, heroes, and basic legends.
Download or read book Lost Realms of Gold written by Tony Allan and published by Time Life Medical. This book was released on 1998 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An exciting book that explores the South American mythmakers' fascination with shapeshifting and magic.
Download or read book The Princeton Encyclopedia of Poetry and Poetics written by Roland Greene and published by Princeton University Press. This book was released on 2012-08-26 with total page 1678 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Rev. ed. of: The Princeton encyclopedia of poetry and poetics / Alex Preminger and T.V.F. Brogan, co-editors; Frank J. Warnke, O.B. Hardison, Jr., and Earl Miner, associate editors. 1993.
Download or read book Latin American Mythology Illustrated Edition written by Hartley Burr Alexander and published by DigiCat. This book was released on 2023-11-16 with total page 453 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This edition presents a thorough and comprehensive study on the folklore and legends of the native inhabitants of Central and South America. The materials for the study of native traditions are striking and various, from the usual demoniac beliefs and animistic credulities, to elaborate formations such as the Aztec and Maya pantheons, or the enigmatic Peruvian dogma. The study also explores the mythology of Caribbean people, as well as the legends from Amazon, Brazil, and the tales from the far south of the continent. Webster's Dictionary from 1903-1908, then became professor of philosophy at the University of Nebraska.
Download or read book Myths and Legends of the Bolivian Andes written by Marcial Villarroel Siles and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2017-12-10 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: We gladly present this anthological book No 1, with reference to the region of the Andes and part of the series "Myths and Legends in Bolivian Literature." That it was conceived in an attempt to gather the mythical and legendary stories that happened in the territory of Bolivia, written by diverse authors and preferably Bolivians. With the aim of providing a mythological reference with literary sustenance for researchers and students. Living in a region where narrative wealth is everywhere, this book was inevitable. On the one hand, there is the rich bourge of popular culture, an inexhaustible source of myths, legends and stories, as well as all those manifestations of oral tradition that have been transmitted in the spaces of the family. On the other hand, there is that written production that many writers have conceived, either as a tribute to cultural traditions, or with formative intentions. That with its literary and historical quality, as for its theme, has reached meaning and significance for readers and researchers. Although this book does not pretend to be an inventory of the myths and legends of the heart of South America, it has tried to recover (in a laborious bibliographical search, although still unfinished), a specific production through time, with several purposes: One, to return to the readers the mythical literature that belongs to them and that, despite the implacable passage of the years and the epochs, could recover a history almost forgotten. Another, to enrich the imaginary with characters, feelings, situations and landscapes, magical and mythological, belonging to the most typical manifestations of our American culture.
