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From Follett
Text in Spanish.;Translation of: Feathered serpent and the five suns.;Includes bibliographical references (page 36). "This pre-Columbian creation myth tells the story of Quetzalcoatl, one of the most important deities in ancient Mesoamerica, and his quest to create humankind. The gods tried to make humans during each sun, or age, but each time failed. So when they grew tired, only one did not give up: Quetzalcoatl, also called the Feathered Serpent. Determined, the Feathered Serpent embarks on a dangerous journey full of fearsome foes and harsh elements, facing each trial with wisdom, bravery, and resourcefulness before confronting his final challenge at Mictlan, the underworld" -- Provided by publisher.
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Long ago, the gods of Mesoamerica set out to create humans. They tried many times during each sun, or age. When all their attempts failed and the gods grew tired, only one did not give up: Quetzalcoatl-the Feathered Serpent-who embarked on the dangerous quest to create humankind.Award-winning author and illustrator Duncan Tonatiuh brings to life this retelling of the myth of Feathered Serpent, one of the most important deities in ancient Mesoamerica.