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Aztec

Author : Gary Jennings
Publisher : Forge Books
Page : 768 pages
File Size : 44,6 Mb
Release : 2016-04-12
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9780765392176

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Aztec by Gary Jennings Pdf

Gary Jennings's Aztec is the extraordinary story of the last and greatest native civilization of North America. Told in the words of one of the most robust and memorable characters in modern fiction, Mixtli-Dark Cloud, Aztec reveals the very depths of Aztec civilization from the peak and feather-banner splendor of the Aztec Capital of Tenochtitlan to the arrival of Hernán Cortás and his conquistadores, and their destruction of the Aztec empire. The story of Mixtli is the story of the Aztecs themselves---a compelling, epic tale of heroic dignity and a colossal civilization's rise and fall. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.

The Aztec Book of Destiny

Author : Rick Holmer
Publisher : BookSurge LLC
Page : 420 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2005-09
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1419611631

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The Aztec Book of Destiny by Rick Holmer Pdf

The Aztec Book of Destiny summarizes traditional Mesoamerican beliefs about the spiritual nature of time and its influence on one's personality and fate. The ancient Aztec, Toltec and Maya believed that the day of birth, as defined in their sacred calendar, affects destiny; and this philosophy has guided their daily lives for more than 3000 years. This book condenses the scattered and disparate literature about these beliefs into a fun and informative narrative; but it goes far beyond what academics and popular authors have published to date. The author presents a unique perspective shaped by the wisdom of a traditional calendar-keeper he met in Mexico in 1973. The book's message is that the calendar is not simply an ancient and forgotten curiosity - it is as relevant today as in ancient times. The majority of the book projects the timeless Mesoamerican philosophy into contemporary Western society encouraging introspection and self-awareness.

The Aztecs

Author : Frances F. Berdan
Publisher : Reaktion Books
Page : 233 pages
File Size : 45,7 Mb
Release : 2021-06-17
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781789143614

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The Aztecs by Frances F. Berdan Pdf

In this rich and surprising book, Frances F. Berdan shines 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 the Aztecs are often described as “stone age,” their 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 have created a civilization of sophistication and finesse.

The Aztec Empire

Author : Felipe Solis Olguin,Emeritus Researcher Eduardo Matos Moctezuma,Michael E Smith,Carl Taube,Richard Townsend,Phil Weigand,Miguel Leon Portilla,Beatriz De La Fuente,William Sanders
Publisher : Guggenheim Museum
Page : 400 pages
File Size : 44,9 Mb
Release : 2004
Category : Aztec art
ISBN : 0892073160

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The Aztec Empire by Felipe Solis Olguin,Emeritus Researcher Eduardo Matos Moctezuma,Michael E Smith,Carl Taube,Richard Townsend,Phil Weigand,Miguel Leon Portilla,Beatriz De La Fuente,William Sanders Pdf

The ultimate exploration of early 16th century Aztec culture features over 500 archaeological objects and works from Mexico and the United States, including jewelry, works of precious metals, and household and ceremonial artifactsQmany of which have never been exhibited before in the U.S. 0-89207-316-0$85.00 / DAP / Distributed Arts Publishers

The Aztec Empire

Author : Sunita Apte
Publisher : C. Press/F. Watts Trade
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Aztecs
ISBN : 0531252272

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The Aztec Empire by Sunita Apte Pdf

Provides information about the Aztec empire, discussing Tenochtitlán, daily life, ruins, and other related topics.

The Rise and Fall of the Aztec Empire

Author : Joan Stoltman
Publisher : Greenhaven Publishing LLC
Page : 106 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2017-12-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781534563100

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The Rise and Fall of the Aztec Empire by Joan Stoltman Pdf

Students are taught that the Aztecs were destroyed by Hernán Cortéz, the conqueror of Mexico. However, there is much to learn about who the Aztec people were before they were conquered. The native Mexicans were part of a rich and vibrant culture that spanned hundreds of years. To understand this complicated society, readers are provided with an engaging main text and colorful photographs and historical images. Informative sidebars throughout detail the long history, and sudden defeat, of the Aztec Empire.

The Aztec and Maya Papermakers

Author : Victor Wolfgang Von Hagen
Publisher : Courier Corporation
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 43,6 Mb
Release : 1999-01-01
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 9780486404745

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The Aztec and Maya Papermakers by Victor Wolfgang Von Hagen Pdf

First scholarly work devoted to Aztec and Maya papermaking. Chosen by the American Institute of Graphic Arts as one of the fifty best books of 1944, it thoroughly discusses the processes and materials used by these ancient craftsmen. Extensive editorial apparatus. Essential reading for historians, anthropologists, and students.

The Aztecs

Author : Michael Ernest Smith
Publisher : Wiley-Blackwell
Page : 367 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : History
ISBN : 0631230157

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The Aztecs by Michael Ernest Smith Pdf

A vivid and comprehensive account of the Aztecs, the best-known people of pre-Columbian America. It examines their origins, civilization, and the distinctive realms of Aztec religion, science, and thought. It describes the conquest of their empire by the Spanish, and their present-day survival in Central Mexico, making use of the results of the latest excavations, historical documentation, and the author's first-hand knowledge. There is also a detailed account of the daily life of the Aztec people, including their economy, family life, class system, and food.

Feathered Fury: The Aztec Warrior's Spirit

Author : Thomas Jacob
Publisher : Thomas Jacob
Page : 31 pages
File Size : 47,8 Mb
Release : 2024-04-22
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Feathered Fury: The Aztec Warrior's Spirit by Thomas Jacob Pdf

More than just relentless fighters, the Aztec warriors were instruments of the gods, their feathered battle dress a symbol of their sacred duty. Feathered Fury: The Aztec Warrior's Spirit explores the fascinating blend of skill and spirituality that defined these warriors. You'll witness their rigorous training in martial arts and the use of weapons like the macuahuitl (obsidian-edged wooden sword). This book delves into the Aztec belief system, where battles were seen as offerings to the gods and captured warriors were sacrificed to ensure the sun's continued rise. Uncover the rich symbolism behind their feathered headdresses and jaguar-skin shields, and explore the unwavering bravery that propelled them into battle. Feathered Fury is a captivating journey into the world of the Aztec warrior

Portraying the Aztec Past

Author : Angela Herren Rajagopalan
Publisher : University of Texas Press
Page : 229 pages
File Size : 44,8 Mb
Release : 2018-12-12
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781477316078

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Portraying the Aztec Past by Angela Herren Rajagopalan Pdf

During the period of Aztec expansion and empire (ca. 1325–1525), scribes of high social standing used a pictographic writing system to paint hundreds of manuscripts detailing myriad aspects of life, including historical, calendric, and religious information. Following the Spanish conquest, native and mestizo tlacuiloque (artist-scribes) of the sixteenth century continued to use pre-Hispanic pictorial writing systems to record information about native culture. Three of these manuscripts—Codex Boturini, Codex Azcatitlan, and Codex Aubin—document the origin and migration of the Mexica people, one of several indigenous groups often collectively referred to as “Aztec.” In Portraying the Aztec Past, Angela Herren Rajagopalan offers a thorough study of these closely linked manuscripts, articulating their narrative and formal connections and examining differences in format, style, and communicative strategies. Through analyses that focus on the materials, stylistic traits, facture, and narrative qualities of the codices, she places these annals in their historical and social contexts. Her work adds to our understanding of the production and function of these manuscripts and explores how Mexica identity is presented and framed after the conquest.

The Aztec Treasure-house

Author : Thomas Allibone Janvier
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 496 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 1890
Category : Adventure stories
ISBN : UOM:39015059422140

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The Aztec Treasure-house by Thomas Allibone Janvier Pdf

The narrator travels in Mexico with a party including a Franciscan monk and an Indian youth, to find a lost race of Aztecs and a hidden treasure of gold, jewels and writings.

Cortés and the Aztec Conquest

Author : Irwin R. Blacker
Publisher : New Word City
Page : 152 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2015-10-21
Category : History
ISBN : 9781612309187

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Cortés and the Aztec Conquest by Irwin R. Blacker Pdf

In three years, the Spanish conquistador Hernán Cortés, leading a few hundred Spanish soldiers, overcame a centuries-old empire that could put tens of thousands of warriors on the field. Even after his god-like reputation had been shattered, and his horses and cannons were no longer regarded as supernatural, his ruthless daring took him on to victory. Yet in the end, his prize was not the gold that he had sought, but the destruction of the entire Aztec civilization.

The Aztec Pantheon and the Art of Empire

Author : John M. D. Pohl,Claire L. Lyons
Publisher : Getty Publications
Page : 115 pages
File Size : 49,7 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Architecture
ISBN : 9781606060070

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The Aztec Pantheon and the Art of Empire by John M. D. Pohl,Claire L. Lyons Pdf

"This publication is issued in conjunction with the exhibition, The Aztec Pantheon and the Art of Empire, on view in the J. Paul Getty Museum at the Getty Villa in Malibu, from March 24 through July 5, 2010"--T.p. verso.

You Choose: Historical Eras: The Aztec Empire

Author : Elizabeth Raum
Publisher : Capstone
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2024-06-29
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781476530703

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You Choose: Historical Eras: The Aztec Empire by Elizabeth Raum Pdf

Delve into fascinating time periods! This series allows readers to explore different times and places in history from different perspectives. The narrative format, suspenseful action, and path navigation keep readers reading!

Time and Sacrifice in the Aztec Cosmos

Author : Kay Almere Read
Publisher : Indiana University Press
Page : 350 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 1998-07-22
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0253113911

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Time and Sacrifice in the Aztec Cosmos by Kay Almere Read Pdf

This introduction to the imaginative world of the Mexica (or Aztec) explores sacrifice in the richly textured life of 16th-century Mexico. Kay Almere Read describes a universe in which every object was timed by a given lifespan and in which sacrifice was the mechanism by which time functioned. This book makes a convincing case for what sacrifice meant religiously and for how it came to be that human sacrifice of staggering proportions could be accepted, matter-of-factly, by the Mexica people.