Los mitos del tlacuache
Alfredo López Austin
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Los mitos del tlacuache
Published
1993
Publisher
University of New Mexico Press
Pages
421
ISBN-13
9780826313942
ISBN-10
0826313949
Description
Published in 1990 under the title Los mitos del tlacuache, this is the first major theoretical study of Mesoamerican mythology by one of the foremost scholars of Aztec ideology. Using the myth cycle of the opossum and the theft of fire from the gods as a touchstone, the author constructs a definition of myth that pertains to all of Mesoamerican culture, challenging the notion that to be relevant such studies must occur within a specific culture. Shown here is that much of modern mythology has ancient roots, despite syncretism with Christianity, and can be used to elucidate the pre-Columbian world view. Analysis of pre-Columbian myths can also be used to understand current indigenous myths. Subtopics include the hero and his place in the Mesoamerican pantheon, divine space and human space, mythic event clusters, myth as truth, and the fusion of myth and history.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Los mitos del tlacuache?
This edition of Los mitos del tlacuache has approximately 421 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Los mitos del tlacuache?
For most readers, Los mitos del tlacuache typically takes between 8h 46m and 5h 51m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 105,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 7h 1m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 15 days • Estimated word count: 105,250 words
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What is the word count of Los mitos del tlacuache?
The estimated word count for Los mitos del tlacuache is approximately 105,250 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Los mitos del tlacuache?
Los mitos del tlacuache was written by Alfredo López Austin.
When was Los mitos del tlacuache published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1993. The original work may have been published on a different date.