ANTHR 4256 - [Books of Fate, Books of the Ancestors: Astrology and History in Ancient Mesoamerica]

(crosslisted)
(also ARKEO 4256, LATA 4250) @# (CA-AS)

Spring. 4 credits.

Next offered 2012-2013.

J. Henderson.

An introduction to belief systems in ancient Mexico and Central America, emphasizing the blending of religion, astrology, myth, history, and prophecy. Interpreting text and image in pre-Columbian books and inscriptions is a major focus.