The Mythology of All Races, Vol. 11: Latin-American

"The Mythology of All Races, Vol. 11: Latin-American" by Hartley Burr Alexander is a detailed examination of the traditional stories and religious ideas of the original people of Latin America. The book explores the many different mythologies of areas like the Caribbean, Mexico, and the Andes mountains, showing how these cultures were shaped by their local beliefs. It covers how the arrival of the Spanish changed these beliefs. The author explains how hard it is to define Latin American mythology because the indigenous groups are very different from each other. Alexander points out the ways the myths of the Taíno, Aztec, and Inca peoples are alike and different. The initial segments of the volume present creation stories and important gods and goddesses, giving a strong foundation by which to further examine these ancient mythologies.