A young Spanish seminarian who the Mayas believe is their powerful god, Kukulcn, witnesses the coming of Corts and the capture of the magnificent Aztec city, Tenochtitlan.
Explores the ancient civilizations of the Americas, focusing on the history and culture of the Maya and Aztec civilizations and their influence on the development of the New World.
Presents a study of Mesoamerica and discusses their early civilization and way of life, their empires and blood sacrifices, arts, culture, and science, and the Spanish conquest.
Relates the traditional Cora Indian tale in which Opossum outwits the larger and more powerful Iguana and returns the stolen fire to the people of the earth.
Introduces new readers to the art of ancient Mexico, explaining the methods and materials used to create different works of art and exploring the artists' inspirations and daily lives.