Lot #99: 1980 History Book -- "Popol Wuh: Ancient Stories of the Quiche Indians of Gautamala. Illustrated with drawings from the Mayan Codices" by Albertina S

Guatemala City, Guatemala: Publiciones Turisticas, 1980. "Popol Wuh: Ancient Stories of the Quiché Indians of Guatemala" is a widely acclaimed adaptation of the Maya creation myth, written by the Guatemalan scholar Albertina Saravia and first published in 1945. This version is particularly celebrated for its accessibility; Saravia successfully distilled the complex, often dense original text—which covers the creation of the world, the adventures of the Hero Twins Hunahpú and Xbalanqué, and the genealogy of the Quiché Maya lords—into a narrative that appeals to both students and general readers. A defining feature of this edition is that it is illustrated with drawings from the Mayan Codices, such as the Dresden and Madrid codices. These authentic glyphs and illustrations provide a visual bridge to the pre-Columbian world, helping readers connect the written legends with the actual iconography used by the ancient Maya. As a classic work of Mesoamerican literature and pedagogy, can reach 40 to 85 for collectors of Maya history and indigenous folklore. Dimensions: 20 cm Pickup category timeslot {A}