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First Edition, First Printing 1984. The Hungry Woman: Myths and Legends of the Aztecs is a fascinating collection of traditional Aztec myths and legends edited and translated by noted folklorist John Bierhorst. Drawing from early colonial manuscripts and indigenous oral traditions, the book explores the rich mythology of the Aztec civilization, including stories of gods and goddesses, creation, sacrifice, heroes, monsters, and the supernatural world that shaped one of Mesoamerica's greatest cultures. Enhanced with striking illustrations adapted from sixteenth-century Aztec artists, the volume provides both an engaging introduction for general readers and a valuable resource for students of mythology, history, and Indigenous cultures. This 1984 first edition, first printing is an excellent addition to collections of mythology, folklore, Native American studies, or Mesoamerican history.