Ruby Sisson Library

Today the Aztecs seem a remote, alien people. Warlike and bloodthirsty, they are best known as the practitioners of human sacrifice. Yet their creative achievements are impressive: within the space of a hundred years they established the largest empire in Mesoamerican history, and at Tenochtitlan built a vast, shimmering city in a lake, a Venice of the New World whose temple-pyramids, elegant plazas, and thronging markets defied the descriptive powers...

A dark fatalism pervades the history of ancient Mexico. Over thousands of years, succession of highly developed cultures emerged, their cities dominated by massive pyramids dedicated to blood-thirsty gods. Yet, for all their power and sophistication, the final Mexican empire was destroyed by a mere handful of gold-seeking Spanish invaders.

A social history of the Aztec Empire explaining why certain foods were eaten and describing how they were prepared. Includes Aztec recipes.

His name is Mixtli-Dark Cloud. Born the son of a provincial quarrier, Mixtli rises far above his station. He become, first, a scribe; he goes on to distinguish himself as a warrior, earns a fortune as a traveling merchant, explores every part of what the Aztecs called The One World-the far lands of mountains, jungles, deserts, seacoasts. His courage and resourcefulness earn him a knighthood and, eventually, elevation to the nobility. Mixtli's long...

Thrust into leadership upon the death of his emperor father, young Prince Ahkin feels completely unready for his new position. Though his royal blood controls the power of the sun, he's now responsible for the lives of all the Chicome people. And despite all Ahkin's efforts, the sun is fading, and the end of the world may be at hand. For Mayana, the only daughter of the Chicome family whose blood controls the power of water, the old emperor's death...

Discusses the beginnings of the ancient American civilization, its people and their way of life, with see-through scenes bringing ancient civilizations alive for today's readers.

"Engaging images accompany information about Aztec warriors. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 3 through 7"--Provided by Publisher.

Explores the history of Aztec civilization.

This series takes readers on a journey back in time to learn about the history, government, and daily life of people who lived long ago.