Secretos de un abuelo maya
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Secretos de un abuelo maya by Jorge Miguel Cocom Pech is a poetic collection of ten short stories rooted in Mayan myths, legends, and ancestral wisdom. Written partly in the author’s native language, mayat’an, the book honors the oral traditions and worldview of the Maya people. Through lyrical prose and symbolic imagery, Cocom Pech explores themes of identity, memory, and cultural continuity—inviting readers to listen to the language of birds, glimpse the presence of gods, and reconnect with the cycles of time. With black-and-white illustrations and a reflective tone, this 126-page work is ideal for advanced readers interested in indigenous literature and spiritual storytelling.
Spanish Description: Secretos de un abuelo maya, de Jorge Miguel Cocom Pech, es una colección poética de diez cuentos con raíces en los mitos, leyendas y sabiduría ancestral maya. Escrito parcialmente en mayat'an, la lengua materna del autor, el libro honra las tradiciones orales y la cosmovisión del pueblo maya. A través de una prosa lírica e imágenes simbólicas, Cocom Pech explora temas de identidad, memoria y continuidad cultural, invitando al lector a escuchar el lenguaje de las aves, vislumbrar la presencia de los dioses y reconectarse con los ciclos del tiempo. Con ilustraciones en blanco y negro y un tono reflexivo, esta obra de 126 páginas es ideal para lectores avanzados interesados en la literatura indígena y la narrativa espiritual.
Publishing Details
Author : Jorge Miguel Cocom Pech
Author Nationality : Mexican
Type of Spanish : Authentic
Physical Details
Type of Book: Chapter
Cover: Softcover
Pages: 126
Size: 6.14 x 9.21 in
Year Published: 2009
Instructional Details
Reading Grade Level: 9th-12th
Genre: Fiction
Theme: Culture, Family, Identity, Indigenous People
