In a traditional New Year's Day celebration, a young Mayan boy leads a procession over the mountainous trail to the cathedral below, where he is rewarded by the village elders for his fortitude.
the legend of Lucia Zenteno = La mujer que brillaba a?n m?s que el sol : la leyenda de Lucia Zenteno
Zubizarreta-Ada, Rosalma
1991
Retells the Zapotec legend of Lucia Zenteno, a beautiful woman with magical powers who is exiled from a mountain village and takes its water away in punishment.
Discusses the mythology from Indians of various regions of Mexico and Central America, describing origins, comparing the similar tales, and presenting some of the myths themselves.
Presents an introduction to the Aztec Empire, and follows the history of archaeological discovery and what has been learned about the society, religion, military, education system, and other aspects of the civilization.
Using a travel guide format, describes the Aztec and Inca civilizatons in 1504, including their clothing, food, dwellings, sports, religion, and other aspects of daily life.