Seasons of ceremonies : rites and rituals in Guatemala and Mexico /

Seasons of ceremonies : rites and rituals in Guatemala and Mexico /

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Bibliographic Details
Imprint:	Santa Fe : Museum of New Mexico Press, 2021.
Description:	239 pages : illustrations, map ; 26 x 30 cm
Language:	English
Subject:	Frej, William. Rites and ceremonies -- Mexico -- Pictorial works. Ritual -- Mexico -- Pictorial works. Rites and ceremonies -- Guatemala -- Pictorial works. Ritual -- History -- Pictorial works. Rites and ceremonies. Ritual. Guatemala. Mexico. History. Pictorial works.
Format:	Print Book
URL for this record:	http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/12712420

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Other uniform titles:	Frej, Anne, Gossen, Gary H., Badillo, Frine Castillo, Coyle, Philip E. (Philip Edward), 1961- Chavez, Nicolasa (Nicolasa M.), Frej, William. Works. Selections.
ISBN:	9780890136683 0890136688
Notes:	Includes bibliographical references.
Summary:	"The seasons of life in Mexico and Guatemala are marked by colorful celebrations that are joyous, somber, sacred, and sometimes irreverent. With a history that goes back to ancient Maya forebears, these celebrations and rituals combine countless layers of history and storytelling. Every community commemorates its past and tells its story in a distinctive way. In [this book], these rites and rituals are illuminated in compelling imagery that puts you right into the middle of the actions. Starting with the early December celebrations of the Virgin Mary in Mexico's Yucat̀n, the book chronicles feast days of patron saints in Chiapas, Mexico, and Rabinal, Guatemala; the Carnival celebrations before Lent; Holy Week before Easter; and finally the Day of the Dead in Oaxaca, Mexico. In total, 13 celebrations are illustrated." --

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Summary:	This book is a captivating visual record of the rich, still-alive traditions in Mexico and Guatemala conveyed through striking duotone photographs of community events in the region that take place within an annual cycle that refers to its pre-Columbian past, agricultural seasons, and Catholic traditions. The seasons of life are represented by colorful celebrations and rituals commemorating Mesoamerican history, culture, and religion. Beginning with the early December celebrations of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Mexico's Yucatán, Bill Frej photographed thirteen celebrations including feast days of patron saints in Chiapas, Mexico, and Rabinal, Guatemala; the Carnival celebrations before Lent; Holy Week before Easter; and finally, the Day of the Dead in Oaxaca, Mexico. Three of the celebrations are distinct and unlike the others--the Masked Dance of Abraham and Isaac in Yucatán, Mexico; the Puáaxku jitsé in Santa Teresa, Nayarit, Mexico; and the Achí masked drama in Rabinal in Guatemala's highlands. The photographs capture the traditional clothing, dances, and elaborate processions and behind-the-scenes preparations--women cook and decorate churches, children gather flowers and pine boughs, men and boys paint their faces and bodies, and everyone prepares for the days ahead. An introduction by Anne Frej and essays by Frine Castillo Badillo, Nicolasa Chávez, Philip E. Coyle, and Gary H. Gossen provide details on the celebrations and further illuminate the subjects, providing historical and cultural context on these enduring folk celebrations.
Physical Description:	239 pages : illustrations, map ; 26 x 30 cm
Bibliography:	Includes bibliographical references.
ISBN:	9780890136683 0890136688