Publisher's Synopsis
Ancient Nahuatl Poetry is a book that contains the Nahuatl text of 27 ancient Mexican poems. This book is part of Brinton's Library of Aboriginal American Literature, which is a collection of works that focus on the literature and culture of indigenous peoples in America. The poems in this book are written in the Nahuatl language, which was spoken by the Aztecs and other indigenous peoples in Mexico before the arrival of the Spanish. The book provides a complete description of each poem, including its historical context and cultural significance. The author, Daniel G. Brinton, was a prominent American ethnologist and linguist who specialized in the study of indigenous peoples in America. This book is a valuable resource for scholars and students of indigenous literature and culture, as well as anyone interested in the history and traditions of the Aztecs and other indigenous peoples in Mexico.Brinton's Library of Aboriginal American Literature, Number VII.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
