"A beautiful book featuring intimate portrayals of a diverse group of Guatemalan artists and their works . . . [a] compelling presentation style." — Library JournalAgainst the backdrop of Guatemala, this book presents portraits of artisans working in the ancient traditions of the Maya paired with insights into the creation of the textiles and the events that have affected their work. Weaving, spinning, and basket making have sustained the Maya economically ...

Morocco: Ancient cities, adobe fortresses of centuries past, fertile plains of wheat and olives, carpets of wildflowers, endless deserts, wild mountains, and isolated rural villages. And of course, the fabled open-air markets framed with stacks of woven rugs and other handicrafts, exotic scents wafting through the aisles, the hum of Arabic, Berber, French. Within this diverse land and confluence of cultures, many rich and ancient craft traditions carry on—women spin and weave, make buttons...

An inside look at the skills and artisans of Navajo weaving today.Navajo rugs set the gold standard for handwoven textiles in the US. Their history and value to collectors is unparalleled. But what about the people who create these treasures? You might be surprised. Spider Woman's Children is the inside story, told by two women who are both deeply embedded in their own culture, and considered among the very most skillful and artistic of Navajo weavers today...

A portrait of an Andean community's elder weavers—women and men whose knowledge and skill keep their customary art alive for future generations.In this revealing cultural study, dozens of ancient weavers and the landscapes that they occupy in the Cusco region of the Andes are vividly portrayed through personal stories and life experiences, bringing to life the decades of endurance, skill, fortitude, and natural pride honed from the time-honored traditions of the re...

Trivia-on-Book: The Alchemist by Paulo CoelhoTake the fan-challenge yourself and share it with family and friends!The Alchemist is an international bestseller and one of the most read novels of the century. The book, written by celebrated Brazilian author, Paulo Coelho, is a recollection of a young shepherd’s journey to follow his dream to find a hidden treasure. Santiago is an Andalusian boy who leaves his seminary to become a shepherd so that he can travel to cou...

Uncovering The Mysteries of Inca (Forgotten Empires Series)The Incas are one of the most celebrated ancient civilizations. From truths learned by the study of their daily lives to far-fetched tales of unspeakable riches, there is much to be told.In this book you will discover all about the Inca, who they were, how they lived, their financial systems, farming methods and so much more. And the gold… everyone wants to know about the gold!There is much to learn about th...

Revealing legends and legacies, Inca: Discover the Culture and Geography of a Lost Civilization with 25 Projects offers engaging insight into the continent-sprawling ancient Inca culture. The text and activities invite learners on a journey along the Inca Trail. They'll visit the city of Cuzco and the majestic Machu Picchu, built on a jagged ridge thousands of feet above the Urubamba River. Kids will learn about cultural beliefs, rituals, scientific advances, and languages. They'l...

Spell work, spiritual cleansing, herbal magic, how to protect against the Evil Eye, and cast, break, and avert hexes and curses.Mexican witchcraft, or brujeria, has long been an integral part of traditional Mexican culture that permeates all strata of social hierarchy, ethnicity, or level of education.“Brujeria de Rancho” refers to brujeria as it is practiced in the rural areas of Mexico. There, the brujos de Ranch offer their healing and divinatory powers,...

Portugal’s National Road 2, at almost 739 kilometers long (459 miles), is the longest road in the country, and one of the longest in the world. It travels the length of Portugal from Chaves in the north to Faro in the South. With a mythical status and its own identity, it’s the most beautiful route to travel if you want to get to know the people, landscapes, and the very heart of Portugal.The writer Afonso Reis Cabral, author of two novels and a collection of poems, decided to travel the l...

Award-winning illustrator Duncan Tonatiuh brings to life debut author Gloria Amescua's lyrical picture book biography of an Indigenous Nahua woman from Mexico who taught and preserved her people's culture through modeling for famous artists.A 2022 Pura Belpré Award Author Honor BookShe was Luz Jiménez,child of the flower-song people,the powerful Aztec,who called themselves Nahua—

"The armchair traveler will be amazed at the variety of designs. . . . An excellent choice for ethnic textile collections." — Library JournalA richly illustrated, bilingual book, this guide visits twenty villages in the Chiapas Highlands to showcase their stunning handwoven cloth while also providing an insider's look into their history, folklore, festivals, traditions, and daily lives.Ritual transvestites, Virgin statues draped with native blouses, ...

Winner of: IBPA 2016 Benjamin Franklin Gold Award, Multicultural Through the pages of this incredibly-researched history and photo gallery, the world of the Maya lives on through the lens of its culture and costume, still seen today in the state of Chiapas in southern Mexico. In a region battered by centuries of invasions, subjugations, civil wars, and severe economic hardship, the Maya continue to celebrate and sustain their heritage in extraordinary traditional dress and festivals that a...