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About the Book

Awe-inspiring Mayan cities, framed by majestic mountains, serve as background for ancient feuds among three kingdoms vying for supremacy, exploited by the invading Spaniard, Pedro de Alvarado. Was Alvarado the envoy of the white feathered serpent as prophesied in the sacred book, the Popol Vuh? Or was he a mere opportunist? Witness the titanic struggle of the K’iche warlord, Tecun Uman, to save his kingdom from annihilation by the hordes of greedy Spaniards. A moving love story with many unexpected twists mixed with betrayal, anguish, and search for glory. History comes alive in this fascinating novel.

About the Author

Born and raised in Guatemala, Central America, graduated as Bachelor of Letters and Science in Guatemala, Central America, attended Universidad de San Carlos, in Guatemala, Central America, graduated M.D. Post grad studies University of Illinois, Chicago; practicing pediatrician with Meyer Medical Group, Orland Park for 13 years. Practicing pediatrician with Ravenswood Medical Group, Chicago for 18 years Attending pediatrician Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Chicago Attending pediatrician Children's Memorial Hospital, Chicago Emeritus pediatrician Children's Memorial Hospital, Chicago Presently retired Avid reader of fiction and historical material, enjoys music, sports and plays piano. Married for 42 years, 2 Children and 3 grandchildren (For use, you can edit data using parts more informative about author)