The Dark Star of Itza

The Dark Star of Itza: The Story of a Pagan Princess
AuthorAlida Malkus
IllustratorLowell D. Houser
LanguageEnglish
GenreChildren's literature
PublisherHarcourt
Publication date1930
Publication placeUnited States

The Dark Star of Itza: The Story of a Pagan Princess is a 1930 children's historical novel written by Alida Malkus and illustrated by Lowell D. Houser. It portrays the way of life of a Mayan princess, Nicte, in 14th century Chichen Itza.[1][2] The novel was a Newbery Honor recipient in 1931.[3]

References

  1. ↑ "Association for Library Service to Children - Newbery Medal Winners & Honor Books, 1922 – Present" (PDF). ALA.org. Retrieved December 14, 2025.
  2. ↑ The Book Review Digest volume 26, H. W. Wilson Co., 1931, p. 679
  3. ↑ Gillespie, John T.; Naden, Corinne J., eds. (2006). The Newbery/Printz Companion: Book Talk and Related Materials (3rd ed.). Libraries Unlimited. ISBN 1-59158-313-6.
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