A Penitential Rite of the Ancient Mexicans

by Zelia Nuttall

Book Overview

In this pioneering study of ancient Mesoamerican religion and culture, Nuttall reconstructs the complex Penitential Rite of the Mexica people, the pre-Columbian predecessors of the Aztecs. Through her meticulous analysis of surviving texts and artifacts, Nuttall decodes the intricate symbolism and ritual of this little-known but fascinating ceremony. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of indigenous Mesoamerica.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1022732862
• ISBN13: 9781022732865
• Release Date: July 2023
• Publisher: Legare Street Press
• Length: 44 Pages
• Weight: 0.17 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.1" x 9.2"