Call Me Ixchel: Mayan Goddess of the Moon

Description

Ixchel| Mayan Goddess of the Moon| is a spunky young goddess throwing lightning bolts with her friends until she meets and falls in love with the God of the Sun.
Their tempestuous relationship leads to many colorful adventures| including an elopement across the Milky Way| a visit to the underworld| and a sojourn with the Vulture King.
But can the sun and the moon stay together? Are they two halves of a whole| or a world apart? Does the rambunctious young goddess finally grow up — and where can you find her now? Told by Ixchel in the first person| this lively book gives young readers a unique entry into the world of Mayan mythology| and provides interesting cultural and historical context in a nonfiction section illustrated with maps and photographs.