The Aztecs : lost civilizations
Berdan, Frances F.2024
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Abstract: In this rich and surprising book, Frances F. Berdan casts fresh light on the enigmatic ancient Aztecs. She casts her net wide, covering topics as diverse as ethnicity, empire-building, palace life, etiquette, origin myths and human sacrifice. While often described as 'stone age', the Aztecs' achievements were remarkable. They constructed lofty temples and produced fine arts in precious stones, gold and shimmering feathers. They crafted beautiful poetry and studied the sciences. They had schools and libraries, entrepreneurs and money, and a bewildering array of deities and dramatic ceremonies. Based on the latest research and lavishly illustrated, this book reveals the Aztecs to be a civilization of sophistication and finesse.
Main title:
The Aztecs : lost civilizations / Frances F. Berdan.
Author:
Berdan, Frances F., authorCredo Reference (Firm), distributor
Edition:
[Enhanced Credo edition]
Imprint:
London : Reaktion Books, 2021.Boston, Massachusetts : Credo Reference, 2024.
Collation:
1 online resource (20 entries) : 60 images ; digital files.
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Notes:
Includes bibliographical references and index.Also available in print version.Description based on title page of print version.
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Mode of access: World Wide Web.
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Contents:
1. 'An enchanted vision'2. Who were the Aztecs?3. Building an empire4. Making a living in country and city5. Markets and merchants6. Nobles and commoners7. To be a proper Aztec8. Science, medicine and life's practicalities9. Gods, sacrifice and the meaning of life10. The end of the fifth age: the setting sun11. The Aztec legacy: reality and imaginationTable of monthly ceremonies.
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Access restricted to authorized users and institutions.
ISBN:
9781803163383 (electronic version)1789143608 (print)9781789143607 (print)
Dewey class:
972.018
LC class:
F1219.73
Language:
English
BRN:
854454
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