The Spence, Lewis 1874-1955 creator text utu 2011 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Mythologies of Ancient Mexico and Peru" by Lewis Spence is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the intricate mythologies of the ancient civilizations of Mexico and Peru, highlighting their unique religious beliefs, deities, and cultural practices. Spence aims to shed light on these fascinating yet often overlooked mythological systems, arguing for their significance comparable to those of other ancient cultures like Egypt and Greece. The book is divided into multiple chapters that detail various aspects of Mexican and Peruvian mythology. It begins with a discussion on the origins of these religions, tracing their development and independence from foreign influences. Spence goes on to examine major deities, rituals, and the complex social structures tied to religious practices in both civilizations. He describes gods like Huitzilopochtli, the Aztec god of war, and Quetzalcoatl, the feathered serpent, as well as the sacred rituals associated with them, which often included human sacrifice. The author emphasizes the indigenous nature of these mythologies while exploring their rich tapestry of stories and beliefs that shaped the lives of their adherents. Throughout the text, Spence places a strong emphasis on the universality of myth and the importance of understanding these ancient cultures in the context of world history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2011-06-11 Produced by David E. Brown, Bryan Ness and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) Original publication data not identified Indian mythology -- Mexico Indian mythology -- Peru F1201 F3401 Original publication data not identified 08008503 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/36386 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/36386 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133829.0 36386