ARGONAUT BOOKS

A guide to the world of Aztec mythology, based on Nahuatl-language sources that challenge the colonial history passed down to us by the Spanish. Reviews 'Townsend succeeds magnificently in conjuring up the world of Mexico-Tenochtitlan ... It is a tale of high politics, spy dramas and divine intervention, where gods and sorcerers mingled with rulers and wise women. It is a credit to the author that she succeeds in packing so much nuance and detail into this enjoyable and accessible short text. The book shows a world that matters ... To centre these histories is an act of ...Read More