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Fine. Sewn binding. Cloth over boards. 296 p. Contains: Unspecified. Intended for a young adult/teenage audience. In Stock. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Brand New, Perfect Condition, allow 4-14 business days for standard shipping. To Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. protectorate, P.O. box, and APO/FPO addresses allow 4-28 business days for Standard shipping. No expedited shipping. All orders placed with expedited shipping will be cancelled. Over 3, 000, 000 happy customers.
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Good in fine dust jacket. "The Mythology of South America" by John Bierhorst is a hardcover Second Edition/1st Printing from 2002, and it's in impeccable Like New/Fine condition. The accompanying dust jacket is also in pristine Like New/Fine condition. The book's covers are exceptionally well-preserved, boasting nice corners, albeit with lightly indented spine ends. At the bottom edge of the text block, there is a remainder mark, resembling a small vertical black marker line. However, this doesn't detract from the overall quality of the book. The binding is secure, tight, and square, with only light abrasion noticeable on the front flyleaf. Inside, the pages are pristine, appearing as bright and clean as new, and they are completely free from markings. Rest assured, the book will be meticulously wrapped for shipping to ensure it's safeguarded from any potential damage during transit. Additionally, an electronic USPS tracking number will be provided at no extra cost. Should you desire more information or additional pictures of the book, please do not hesitate to contact me. More about the book: South America is a treasure trove of mythology, and in this Second Edition, John Bierhorst explores it meticulously. The book is divided into seven regions, each carefully mapped, allowing for a comprehensive examination of the continent's principal myths. Bierhorst traces these myths as they travel from tribe to tribe, highlighting each region's distinct oral tradition. The book introduces readers to the female creators of the northern Andes, the male deities of the ancient Incas, and the mischievous Brazilian tricksters Sun and Moon. Originally published in 1988, this edition has been updated to incorporate the wealth of new information available since the mid-80s. Bierhorst also pens a new Afterword in which he underscores the lasting relevance of Indian mythology. This book goes beyond text and includes illustrations of native artwork and chapters delving into special topics, such as the connections between myths and politics. These elements offer a comprehensive overview of South America's rich and relatively unknown mythological heritage. Detailed maps showcase tribal locations and the distribution of key stories, while samples of differing narrative styles add depth to the understanding of these potent and pure myths. John Bierhorst, the author, editor, or translator of more than thirty books on Native American lore, brings his wealth of knowledge to this volume, resulting in an intriguing, complex tapestry of living folklore. It's a well-organized and coherent overview that has been praised as one of the finest popular works in anthropology and science by The New York Times Book Review, and noted for its profound yet accessible concepts. Bierhorst's expertise in Native American lore shines through in this exploration of South America's mythology. 279 pages.
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Fine. Sewn binding. Cloth over boards. 296 p. Contains: Unspecified. Intended for a young adult/teenage audience. In Stock. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Brand New, Perfect Condition, allow 4-14 business days for standard shipping. To Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. protectorate, P.O. box, and APO/FPO addresses allow 4-28 business days for Standard shipping. No expedited shipping. All orders placed with expedited shipping will be cancelled. Over 3, 000, 000 happy customers.