Golden Man by Maria Fernanda Paz-Castillo HARDBACK 9781623716097

Name: Golden Man by Maria Fernanda Paz-Castillo HARDBACK 9781623716097
Brand: Interlink Publishing Group, Inc

Interlink Publishing Group, Inc

The Golden ManThe Indigenous Story Behind the Legend of El Dorado\nAuthor(s): Maria Paz-Castillo\nFormat: Hardback\nPublisher: Simon And Schuster Group USA\nImprint: Crocodile Books\nISBN-13: 9781623716097, 978-1623716097\nSynopsis\nBefore El Dorado became a tale of European conquest and lost treasure, it was an Indigenous story - rooted in ritual, reverence, and gold. The Golden Man introduces young readers to the true origin of this legendary myth. Set in the lush highlands of what is now Colombia, this beautifully illustrated picture book tells the story of the Muisca people and their sacred ceremony at Lake Guatavita. There, a young leader, dusted in gold from head to toe, dives into the waters as an offering to the gods and a symbol of his new role as ruler. Through rich storytelling and detailed, historically grounded artwork, this book honors the Muisca civilization - the master goldsmiths whose spiritual traditions gave rise to one of the most enduring legends of the Americas.