Burning Water: Thought and Religion in Ancient Mexico

This hardcover edition is in fair condition, with the dust jacket showing visible wear and some edge tears. It is an ex-library copy with an inscription from Hooker, Oklahoma. The binding remains intact, and the pages are clean, featuring 82 drawings and 22 photographs.

"Burning Water: Thought and Religion in Ancient Mexico" by Laurette Séjourné is a profound exploration of the spiritual and intellectual life of ancient Mexican civilizations. Published by The Vanguard Press in New York, this edition features 82 drawings by Abel Mendoza, complementing 22 photographs that bring the text to life. Though the exact publication year is not visible, this hardcover edition is a significant contribution to the understanding of Aztec and Maya cultures. Séjourné, a respected scholar, delves into the intricate belief systems that shaped these civilizations. This copy, marked as an ex-library edition from Hooker, Oklahoma, carries historical insights that remain relevant to anthropologists and historians alike. The dust jacket shows signs of wear, adding a touch of vintage authenticity to this scholarly work.