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Popol Vuh Reflection (Pt.2)
The Popol Vuh was a fascinating read in that it exposed me to the most important cultural and literary works of the Maya civilization. It was a great pleasure to delve into this foundational text that provides insights into the mythology, cosmology, and worldview of the ancient Maya people. As the story continues, we eventually…
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Popol Vuh Reflection (Pt. 1)
The Popol Vuh stands out to me as a remarkable testament to the rich cultural and spiritual heritage of the indigenous peoples in Latin America. The text beautifully weaves together elements of mythology, cosmogony, and history. What especially sticks out to me is the human need to understand our origins. Where we come from appears…
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Hello world!
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Introducing Me
Hello Everyone! My name is Nicole Mendoza and I am a fifth year political science with international relations student. While I was born in Canada, my family comes from Mexico. I was drawn to this class because I recently completed a thesis on populism in Latin America. In addition, I want to learn more about…