Aztec Life (Early Civilizations) - Hardcover

John D. Clare

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1860072283 ISBN 13: 9781860072284

Publisher: Ticktock Media, 2000

Synopsis

Brought to life in text and illustrations is the vast and highly sophisticated pre-Columbian civilization that radiated from what is now Mexico City. The Aztecs called it Tenochtitlan, until its conquest by Spanish explorers under Cortez in the 1500s, an event that marked the fall of the Aztec civilization. (Ages 10 and older)

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From School Library Journal

Grade 5-8–Quick and informative overviews, including the origins, lifestyles, governments, fashions, and legacies of these ancient civilizations. Each topic is discussed on a spread that includes colorful illustrations, photographs, and a lively narrative that will hold readers attention. Aztec offers quotes from poems and sayings, as well as many historical details, to describe both the beauty and the ruthless and barbaric aspects of these people. Native American teaches readers some of the sign language developed as a means to communicate among the many tribes and describes various tribes customs and ways of life. Inca shows the organization and impressive architecture of this civilization. Younger students will find these books useful for reports, while those in higher grades can use them as a starting point for their research.–Lana Miles, Duchesne Academy, Houston, TX
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Edition details

• Publisher: Ticktock Media
• Publication date: 2000
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1860072283
• ISBN 13: 9781860072284
• Binding: Hardcover