Kirjahaku

"I love that this book is the real deal. A truly unique and informative read." -- Texas Kitchen and Garden and MoreOriginally written in the Aztec language, Nahuatl, in 1552, this classic codex was the first herbal and medical text compiled in the New World. The author of this extraordinarily rare and valuable document was Mart n de la Cruz, an Aztec physician, whose work was subsequently translated into Latin by an Aztec nobleman, Juan Badiano.The book was translated into English in 1939 by William Gates. In these pages are centuries-old Aztec remedies for boils, hair loss, cataracts, insomnia, sore throats, hiccups, gout, lesions, wounds, joint diseases, tumors, and scores of other ailments. Over 180 black-and-white figures of the plants augment the text, along with 38 full color illustrations made specially for the Gates edition. Additional supplements include an introduction to the Mexican botanical system, an analytical index of the plants, and a new Introduction by anthropologist Bruce Byland of the City University of New York.Remarkable for its scope, detail, careful observation, and accurate description, An Aztec Herbal stands as a magnificent example of the impressive medical knowledge of indigenous peoples. This handsome and inexpensive edition of a long-unavailable work promises to engender a new appreciation of the skill and inventiveness of Aztec medical practices in particular and of Native American science in general.

The Outline Dictionary of Maya Glyphs and Glyph Studies by William Gates is a comprehensive reference guide to the ancient Maya writing system. This book provides an in-depth exploration of the hieroglyphic script used by the Maya civilization, including detailed descriptions of individual glyphs and their meanings. The dictionary is organized alphabetically, with each entry providing information on the glyph's phonetic value, its usage in different contexts, and its associated meanings. The author also includes a wealth of background information on the Maya civilization, including their history, culture, and religious beliefs. In addition to the dictionary entries, the book includes a detailed introduction to Maya glyph studies, including information on the decipherment of the script and the various methods used to interpret it. The author also provides a useful guide to the different types of Maya texts and their purposes, including historical records, religious texts, and astronomical observations. Overall, the Outline Dictionary of Maya Glyphs and Glyph Studies is an essential resource for anyone interested in the ancient Maya civilization and their writing system. It provides a comprehensive and accessible guide to the glyphs and their meanings, as well as a wealth of background information on the Maya culture and their fascinating history.This is a new release of the original 1932 edition.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.