aztecs

A comprehensive exploration of Aztec lifestyles, traditions, and beliefs.

Examines who the Aztecs were, where they came from, how they lived, how they built up their power, and how they lost it.

Twenty eight stories passed down from the Aztecs, many of which were learned from pottery shards and charcoal and skeletal records dating back 12,000 years.

Describes the daily life of the Aztecs, discussing life in the city, life in the country, education, food and drink, and other aspects.

Examines the culture, history, and changing fortunes of the Aztec Indians.

Traces the life of the last emperor to rule the Aztec empire in Central America before it was conquered by the Spaniards.

Chronicles the history, beliefs, and everyday lives of the ancient Aztec, Inca, and Maya peoples.

Describes the traditional way of life of the Aztecs. Includes activities in which common items represent what the Aztecs used, such as making a fan out of strips of colored paper representing the feathers of tropical birds.

An Aztec legend recounting how a giant red ant helped the ancient god, Quetzalcoatl, bring corn to the first, hungry people of the earth.

The Aztecs are known to have had a bloody, but extremely interesting, history. This book is full of interesting facts about the Aztecs interesting spiritual beliefs, sports, kings, food, and so much more. The informative text and detailed illustrations will truly fascinate young and older readers, alike.