Nahuatl literature

Nahuatl literature encompasses the rich body of oral and written works of the Aztec civilization, primarily composed in the Nahuatl language. It includes poetry, histories, myths, and religious texts that reveal worldview, values, and cultural practices. Much of this literature was transmitted orally before being recorded by the Spanish after the conquest. It features symbolic language, metaphor, and storytelling that convey societal beliefs, hero narratives, and cosmology. Today, Nahuatl literature is vital for understanding Aztec heritage and continues to thrive through preserved texts, modern writings, and cultural expressions.