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.
Photographs and descriptive text provide information on the people, cities, culture, food and drink, trade, gods and goddesses, clothes, sports and games, and other aspects of the Aztec, Inca, and Maya civilizations.
Traveling to Central America to inspect her estate holdings, seventeenyear-old Vesper tries to stop a villain from building a canal which would destroy an Indian tribe's homeland.
Collection of twelve myths, legends, and folktales reflecting the history of Latin America before and after the arrival of the Spaniards in 1492, drawing from the traditions of thirteen countries and four native cultures.
When his vanity and greed cause him to needlessly kill animals, Corn Grower almost loses his precious life with his wife, Moon-Sun, and their son, Small Ears.
Traces the history of Native Americans from prehistoric times to the Trail of Tears, discussing their struggles to keep their culture alive, and introducing significant Native American leaders. Includes maps, time lines, and excerpts from historical documents.
