Download or read book The Jaguar s Heart written by The Jaguar's Heart and published by BookLocker.com, Inc.. This book was released on 2023-06-05 with total page 433 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Based on a true story, The Jaguar's Heart brings to life the first encounter of Maya and European in the 16th century. It tells the story of Gonzalo Guerrero, a Spanish sailor shipwrecked on the coast of Yucatan in 1511, between Columbus' discovery of the Americas and Cortez' conquest of Mexico. Maya lords enslave Guerrero and his fellow castaways, but he eventually gains his freedom. Encountering Ix Chan Can, the beautiful younger sister of the Maya lord Nachan Can, Guerrero chooses to remain among her people and win her love. Guerrero earns renown in a war against Nachan Can's enemies, and finally Ix Chan Can's hand. After they have two children, the only other still-living castaway, the clergyman Jeronimo de Aguilar, brings word of Cortez' landing. Guerrero refuses to rejoin his countrymen, cleaving to his family. But with Aguilar as interpreter, Cortez conquers the Aztecs, and the Spaniards inevitably return to impose their rule and religion on the Maya. Nachan Can now demands that Guerrero fight, and at last accepting that he must do so to protect his family, Guerrero tragically stakes his life for his adoptive people against ever-mounting odds. The Jaguar's Heart reveals the struggle of a man caught between cultures and conflicting loyalties at a pivotal moment in the history of the Americas. It is a book with the captivating setting of Gary Jennings' Aztec and its sequels, yet which reveals the humanity of both Spaniard and Indian, and with the compelling theme of W. Michael Gear and Kathleen O'Neal Gear's Contact: The Battle for America series.
Download or read book Heart of the Jaguar written by Rebecca King and published by . This book was released on 1993 with total page 189 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Heart of the Jaguar written by Talbert and published by Marcel Dekker. This book was released on 1995-10-01 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Jaguar s Heart written by Donald Huffman Graff and published by Booklocker.com. This book was released on 2023-06-05 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Shipwrecked in Yucatan in 1511, Gonzalo Guerrero must somehow either escape to Spanish soil or survive among the Maya. A world to come is shaped as Guerrero, caught between cultures and conflicting loyalties, makes his fateful choice.
Download or read book Heart of a Jaguar written by Marc Talbert and published by Simon & Schuster Books For Young Readers. This book was released on 1995 with total page 220 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Balam, a Mayan boy struggling to achieve manhood, participates in fasts, prayers, and rituals to appease the gods and bring rain to his village.
Download or read book Change of Heart written by Jenna Bennett and published by Magpie Ink. This book was released on 2013-05-01 with total page 290 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “If you enjoy your cozy mysteries with a good shot of romance, and a love triangle with a sexy bad boy and a Southern gentleman in the mix, then you will love this. Very reminiscent of the Stephanie Plum books, but the laughs are louder, the romance is sexier and there is a great murder mystery to top it off.” Bella McGuire, Cozy Mystery Book Reviews Savannah Martin has always been a good girl, doing what was expected and fully expecting life to fall into place in its turn. But when her perfect husband turns out to be a lying, cheating slimeball - and bad in bed to boot - Savannah kicks the jerk to the curb and embarks on life on her own terms. With a new apartment, a new career, and a brand new outlook on life, she's all set to take the world by storm. If only the world would stop throwing her curveballs... It’s late February, just two months after Savannah Martin and Rafael Collier finally worked things out between them, and Rafe is already sneaking out of bed in the wee hours. Catching fellow realtor Tim Briggs rinsing blood from his hands in the office sink makes for a welcome distraction, and when Tim disappears just as one of his clients is found dead in a nearby park, Savannah throws herself into the investigation with abandon. But even the murder mystery taking place right under her nose can’t completely distract her from worrying about personal problems. Has Rafe changed his mind about their relationship, or is something else going on? And what are the chances of Savannah coming out of this latest debacle with her life – and her heart – intact? “VERDICT: The hilarious dialog and the tension between Savannah and Rafe will delight fans of chick-lit mysteries and romantic suspense.” —Jo Ann Vicarel, Library Journal TOPICS: romantic mystery, romantic suspense, interracial romance, multicultural romance, female protagonist, woman sleuth, amateur sleuth, cozy mystery, Southern humor, mystery series, romance series, bestseller,
Download or read book Feathered Serpent Dark Heart of Sky written by David Bowles and published by Cinco Puntos Press. This book was released on 2018-05-15 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The stories in Feathered Serpent, Dark Heart of Sky trace the history of the world from its beginnings in the dreams of the dual god, Ometeotl, to the arrival of the Spanish conquistadors in Mexico and the fall of the great city Tenochtitlan. In the course of that history we learn about the Creator Twins—Feathered Serpent and Dark Heart of Sky—and how they built the world on a leviathan's back; of the shape-shifting nahualli; and the aluxes, elfish beings known to help out the occasional wanderer. And finally, we read Aztec tales about the arrival of the blonde strangers from across the sea, the strangers who seek to upend the rule of Motecuhzoma and destroy the very stories we are reading. David Bowles stitches together the fragmented mythology of pre-Colombian Mexico into an exciting, unified narrative in the tradition of William Buck's Ramayana, Robert Fagles's Iliad, and Neil Gaiman's Norse Myths. Readers of Norse and Greek mythologies will delight in this rich retelling of stories less explored. Legends and myths captured David Bowles's imagination as a young Latino reader; he was fascinated with epics like the Iliad and the Odyssey. Despite growing up on the United States/Mexico border, he had never read a single Aztec or Mayan myth until he was in college. This experience inspired him to reconnect with that forgotten past. Several of his previous books have incorporated themes from ancient Mexican myths.
Download or read book The Heart s Melody Of Love written by Joseph S Mini and published by Joseph S Mini. This book was released on 2023-12-20 with total page 114 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The Heart's Melody of Love" is a captivating journey through the intricate and harmonious landscape of human emotions. This enchanting book delves into the profound aspects of love, exploring its emergence, evolution, and the challenges it encounters along the way. From the initial sparks that ignite the flame of affection to the moonlit dreams and symphonies of heartbeats, the narrative unfolds a compelling story of discovery. The characters navigate through storms in their hearts, facing challenges with a blend of thoughtful contemplation and decisive action. The author skillfully weaves a tale that not only captures the essence of love but also reveals its intricate nuances. The book explores love as a powerful force, akin to a symphony of life, with its ebbs and flows, creating a harmony that resonates through the pages. The threads of love connect individuals in invisible and profound ways, forming intricate systems that shape the course of their lives. As the story unfolds, secrets of the heart come to light, and the imprints of the past play a crucial role in shaping the present. Immersed in the rhythm of life, the characters confront the challenges of the present while cherishing memories and nurturing hope for the future. The narrative matures alongside the characters, portraying love as a blossoming flower along the path of life, and delving into the very soul of this complex emotion. Endings and beginnings intertwine, offering a poignant exploration of the cyclical nature of love and its potential for resurgence. "Memories and Echoes" provide a reflective pause, showcasing the beauty of recollections and the enduring traces of love that linger in the hearts of those who experience it. The book concludes by marking a new path, hinting at the infinite possibilities and the future of the symphony of love. "The Heart's Melody of Love" is not merely a book; it's an immersive experience that invites readers to traverse the emotional landscapes of the heart, resonating with the universal theme of love in all its complexity and beauty.
Download or read book Jaguar in the Body Butterfly in the Heart written by Ya'Acov Darling Khan and published by Hay House, Inc. This book was released on 2021-01-05 with total page 294 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: ‘Shaman’, meaning ‘intermediary between spirit and the natural world’, has become a much overused word in the West. It’s not a job title one can give oneself, and in indigenous societies, a shaman is usually born to this role. Ya’Acov Darling Khan is one of the few westerners who have been acknowledged as shamans by indigenous elders or teachers. After being hit by lightning, Ya’Acov took a 30-year journey into the heart of shamanism to seek his own healing, and to learn how he could serve others with the wisdom he acquired through his experiences. He has studied with indigenous teachers from the Arctic Circle to the USA and South America, and has taken part in ceremonies in such diverse locations as Welsh caves to the depths of the Amazon rainforest. Nowadays, Ya’Acov continues to study and regularly journeys to the Ecuadorean Amazon to work alongside the Achuar and Sápara people. For thousands of years, shamans helped the people in their communities remain in balance with themselves, each other, the natural world and the spirit world. This beautifully written book is not only a powerfully honest, humorous and inspiring memoir, but a guidebook for those from many cultures and walks of life wishing to return to their indigenous roots, and be part of midwifing a more benign human presence here on Earth as part of a new dream.
Download or read book In the Shadow of the Shaman written by and published by Llewellyn Worldwide. This book was released on 1988 with total page 390 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the Shadow of the Shaman is about the importance of connection to the deepest power of Nature. It tells you how to use natural objects from the shamanic worlds -- Plant, Mineral, Animal, and Human -- to help make this personal connection with Earth energies. In doing this, you are able to reconnect with the center of your own power. Because the shamanic path is such a personal one, often not able to be shared, this book has been designed so that it has the experiential quality of the shamanic journey traditions. The author is also careful to present the information in a clear, organized manner. In doing so, she blends the deeply personal wisdom of a shamanic path with the shared, community wisdom of a medicine path. This represents an ideal for Aquarian shamanism. But this book is not simply about shamanism -- it shows, through techniques, exercises, meditations, and rituals, how anyone can become a shaman. You will learn how to attune yourself with the shamanic worlds of Nature, and with the Higher Self, for self-healing and self-empowerment. You will learn to develop shamanic balance, to become the living tree, and you will do this by using such tools as stones, crystals, feathers, masks, drums, and incense. Book jacket.
Download or read book Mysteries of the Jaguar Shamans of the Northwest Amazon written by Robin M. Wright and published by U of Nebraska Press. This book was released on 2020-04-01 with total page 408 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Mysteries of the Jaguar Shamans of the Northwest Amazon tells the life story of Mandu da Silva, the last living jaguar shaman among the Baniwa people in the northwest Amazon. In this original and engaging work, Robin M. Wright, who has known and worked with da Silva for more than thirty years, weaves the story of da Silva’s life together with the Baniwas’ society, history, mythology, cosmology, and jaguar shaman traditions. The jaguar shamans are key players in what Wright calls “a nexus of religious power and knowledge” in which healers, sorcerers, priestly chanters, and dance-leaders exercise complementary functions that link living specialists with the deities and great spirits of the cosmos. By exploring in depth the apprenticeship of the shaman, Wright shows how jaguar shamans acquire the knowledge and power of the deities in several stages of instruction and practice. This volume is the first mapping of the sacred geography (“mythscape”) of the Northern Arawak–speaking people of the northwest Amazon, demonstrating direct connections between petroglyphs and other inscriptions and Baniwa sacred narratives as a whole. In eloquent and inviting analytic prose, Wright links biographic and ethnographic elements in elevating anthropological writing to a new standard of theoretically aware storytelling and analytic power.
Download or read book Eyes Of The Jaguar written by Irene Siegel and published by Lulu.com. This book was released on 2010-07 with total page 168 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Eyes Of The Jaguar" is a record of one woman's first steps on this path, a life-journey into the sacred
Download or read book Long Life Honey in the Heart written by Martín Prechtel and published by North Atlantic Books. This book was released on 2004-10-20 with total page 396 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Martín Prechtel continues the narrative of his unique life in Santiago, Atitlan in Long Life, Honey in the Heart, an eloquent memoir replete with the subtle intelligence and sophistication of Mayan culture. Set against the dramatic backdrop of Guatemala's political upheaval in the 1980s, this heady mix of magic, humor, and spirituality immerses the reader in the experiences of Mayan birth, courting, marriage, childrearing, old age, death, and beyond, using the true story of Prechtel's own family and friends.
Download or read book Jaguar Heart written by Anna Dodds and published by FriesenPress. This book was released on 2024-06-12 with total page 231 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Jaguar Heart is the true story of one woman’s spiritual journey as she went from feeling completely alone and different and less than those around her to finding a connection with the entire universe. It is also a book about hope for those out there needing to find their true selves, a sense of purpose, and inner peace. For Anna Dodds, this journey involved coming to terms with the reality that her entire self-view had been shaped through the mental, physical, and sexual abuse of a narcissistic mother and the dynamics of a family and traditional society that didn’t allow her to be her true self. Deciding to take matters into her own hands, Anna courageously opens herself to both ancient wisdom and new ideas. Her empathic nature leads her to seek healing and self-knowledge through a variety of modalities. These include energy healing, meditation, yoga, astrology, tarot reading, A Course in Miracles, and perhaps most importantly, past-life regression. As Anna experiences visions from previous lives, she learns from them, including her lifetime as an Indigenous man of pre-Columbian tropical America, whose tragic fate is still impacting her soul. Both intriguing and inspirational, Jaguar Heart explores the importance of the mother-daughter relationship, reclaiming one’s true self, and being open to an existence beyond the physical world. By sharing her experiences and hard-earned wisdom, Anna lets us know that no one needs to feel alone and that we can all be part of something greater if we open our minds and souls to it.
Download or read book The Jaguar s Jewel written by Michael Dahl and published by Capstone. This book was released on 2018 with total page 41 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hundreds of trophies, awards, and souvenirs fill the Batcave's hidden rooms. Each one tells a story of danger, villainy, and victory. This is the tale of Catwoman's cat-eye gem And why this trophy now stands in the Batcave . . .
Download or read book Ritual Human Sacrifice in Mesoamerica written by Rubén G. Mendoza and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on with total page 530 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Olmec World written by Ignacio Bernal and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on 1969 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Examines Olmec art, society, and religious beliefs. Traces the efflorescence and decline of the Olmecs, but insists on the basic unity of all Mesoamerican civilization.
