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Awakening in the Andes [Hardcover]

Estefania Rivas (Author), Enrique Aguilar M. (Author), Rita Besana (Author), Jose Paul Aguilar (Illustrator), Maria Jose Ayala (Photographer)
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Book Description

July 15, 1998
There is nothing as vibrant and captivating as contemplating the beauty of an Andean landscape; rocky shapes, high crests, emerald green valleys, and above all, the majestic heights of the mountains and volcanos; symbols of power and adoration for the natives. Through time and generations, the Ecuadorian Andes native has created a mysticism around nature, expressed through religion, adoration and thankfulness. These are the roots of their human identity, the legacy of a millenarian culture; it's myths and legends. This is the silent knowledge of himself that he shares with Pachamama, mother nature.

Canaris, Otavalos, Saraguros and Salasacas are ancient cultures who maintain this profound knowledge which they inherited from their yachacs, wisemen who found so many answers to the mysteries of the universe before their eyes.

Ancient dominant races used these virtues; along with the fear of punishment and the symbols of power, to create great empires over the ruins of the defeated cultures and their gods. Empires that emerged, inexorably, absorbed any social, economic and religious beliefs, with the thought that freedom and developement start only when a certain measure of dominion over what exists is achieved. Then the Pacha era will begin. The long awaited moment to walk down the paths of the ancestors; to rebuild the legends and the power of the mountains.

In a legendary prophecy of the Incas it is said, a time will come when the eagle and the condor will fly side by side in the silent sky. This will be the dawn of a new era, when humanity will awaken to a new consciousness and reach for higher horizons. In this awakening, looking into the silent sky, we will see the majestic condor flying side by side with the eagle; the symbol of progress. Moving swiftly toward the healing energy of a rainbow, the vivacious eagle; with it's piercing vision will invite the condor to follow him, till till they are out of sight.

Then the moment will arrive for a real coexistence between the power and wisdom of nature and its elements, with the reasonable use of technological progress, a coexistence to enhance human nature while fostering its identities and spiritual values.


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From the Author

Through "Awakening in the Andes" I aim to transmit the cultural wealth and traditions of the indigenous people living in the Andes Mountains of Ecuador. They have an identity that melts in the vortex of the modern world, but which is paradoxically built on the mythical and eternal roots of their past.

In my long journeys through their towns and communities, I discovered, without fully understanding them, their deep feelings of eternal solitude, sometimes mistaken for innocence and joy. These feelings flow in a landscape of shining paramos, suspended in the eternal embrace of the magical Andean snows.

While I was trying to penetrate the secrets of the hills and mountains, while awaiting the dawn, feeling their eternal silence and color of their landscapes all around me, I finally understood; that this is a different and unknown world; an ethereal, spiritual and mythical world. I understood at that moment, the roots of their innocence, the cause of their joy and the essence of their eternal solitude.

From the Back Cover

"Awakening in the Andes" is a book that shows through photographs the charming landscapes of the Andean world. It shows the shining high barren plains and the skies covered by whimsical clouds which subtly hide its beautiful mountains. Prepare to be taken on a journey to see the faces of the dwellers of these plains and mountains, their customs, traditions, festivities, as well as their temples of cult and worship. Continue the journey through tragedy and virtue, a walk through time and cultures in the midst of music, color, religion and magical syncretism. It is a journey across myths, beliefs, legends and hope.

Product Details

  • Hardcover: 143 pages
  • Publisher: Enrique Aguilar M. (July 15, 1998)
  • ISBN-10: 9978404317
  • ISBN-13: 978-9978404317
  • Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #5,881,384 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

 

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2.0 out of 5 stars Nice Pictures, but English is very poor!, May 15, 2001
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Eugenio A. Escobar (Coral Springs,Fl USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Awakening in the Andes (Hardcover)
I was given this book as a gift for my birthday. I was very exited, because I was born in the beautiful country of Ecuador and had travelled the same area that the book dipicted. The cover is very nice, it grabs your attention right away. As soon as I started the book I realized that it was in English and Spanish. I was very disapointed that the English portion was written very poorly; like it was done by someone who was not fluent in the language. I believe that if you are going to publish a book and charge so much money for it, it should at least make sense when you read it. I do say that the Spanish portion was fine, but I pity the poor English only reader who buys this book. All of this said, if you are looking for a nice book of postcard fotos, this is the book for you.
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4.0 out of 5 stars An excellent graphic experience of the ecuadorian andes, December 1, 1998
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This review is from: Awakening in the Andes (Hardcover)
The author has created in this book an excellent experience of the ecuadorian andes and of the current indian groups, which are descendants of the precolombian inhabitants. Mr. Aguilar captures with first class photographic quality, the andean landscapes and remarkable portriats of these cultures. Additionally, he gives us a general view of these groups during their daily chores and festivities, which is an experiences in itself. For those of us familiar with this part of the world, Awakening in the Andes opens our eyes to the beauty that surrounds us every day, and for those interested in Ecuador, it is an excellent means of getting acquainted with the country and its andean indian cultures.
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