Publisher's Synopsis
The Chinampa or Island Home: A Tale of Ancient Mexico is a historical fiction novel written by Mrs. J.K. Sampson and first published in 1852. The story is set in ancient Mexico and follows the life of a young girl named Tzinteotl, who is born into a family of farmers living on a chinampa, an artificial island made of mud and reeds. As Tzinteotl grows up, she learns about the customs and traditions of her people, including their reverence for the gods and their agricultural practices. She also experiences the challenges and hardships of life on the chinampa, such as floods and droughts, as well as the threat of invasion from neighboring tribes.Throughout the novel, Tzinteotl's life is intertwined with the history and mythology of ancient Mexico, including the story of the god Quetzalcoatl and the arrival of the Spanish conquistadors. The novel provides a vivid portrayal of daily life in ancient Mexico, as well as insight into the spiritual beliefs and cultural practices of the Aztecs.Overall, The Chinampa or Island Home is a fascinating and engaging novel that offers a unique perspective on the history and culture of ancient Mexico.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
