His dual serpent-bird form symbolized a harmony of earth and sky, of material sustenance and celestial guidance. Central to Aztec creation myth and Mayan mythology, he co-created the earth and ...

Central to Aztec creation myth and Mayan mythology, he co-created the earth and resurrected human life by molding bones with his own blood. His influence permeated education, art, and civic ideals ...

pt. 1. Introduction -- 1. Introduction -- Overview -- The issue of jargon terminology versus "plain English" -- Anthropology : with what kind of animal are we dealing? -- Contributions made by other ...