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1) Aztecs
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48 pages : color illustrations, color map ; 23 cm.
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English
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Provides an introduction to the history, culture, and civilization of the Aztecs.
2) Aztecs
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32 pages : illustrations (some color), color maps ; 23 cm.
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Chronicles the history and achievements of the Aztec civilization from A.D. 1111 to 1521, and includes a time line, glossary, and pronunciation guide.
3) The Aztecs
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xxxiii, 375 pages, 20 unnumbered pages plates : illustrations (some color), maps ; 26 cm
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For the armies of Hernan Cortes, marching down the causeway that joined the fabled city of Tenochtitlan to the mainland, it was as if they were approaching 'another Venice'. Tenochtitlan (now Mexico City), with its great towers and temples, was the hub of the vast Aztec empire ruled over by Moctezuma II. The Aztecs were warriors: they had arrived in the area as nobodies at the beginning of the 14th century, built an empire on their skill as mercenaries...
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"In Ancient Aztecs, readers discover the history and impressive accomplishments of the Aztec civilization, including their military power and feats of engineering. Engaging text provides details on the civilization's history, development, daily life, culture, art, technology, warfare, social organization, and more."--Publisher's web site.
6) The Aztecs
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64 pages : color illustrations, color maps ; 25 cm.
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English
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Explains the various elements of the Aztecs, including their history, daily life, religion, cooking and eating, trading and transportation, and more.
7) The Aztecs
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32 pages : color illustrations ; 26 cm.
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Discusses the origin of the Aztecs, their daily life and customs, and their eventual demise.
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"How can modern forensic tools help solve the mystery of ancient Aztec skull masks? What can we learn about Aztec life from the forensic analysis of their art? Can chemical analysis teach us about how Aztecs treated disease--and why millions were killed in an epidemic? This exciting title offers answers to these questions and more as it examines how forensic science has allowed scientists, archaeologists, and historians to solve mysteries and answer...
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The Mayas, Incas, and Aztecs were three groups of people found living in the ancient Americas, including the Andes Mountains and a city named Tenochtitlán. This intriguing book features details about these three incredible civilizations and explores how each of them fell when Spanish explorers found their settlements. Through detailed images and maps, captivating sidebars and facts, and an accessible glossary and index, readers will learn about leaders...
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In Battle Royale: Lethal Warriors, we have a matchup of historic magnitude. We took the deadliest warriors from two different time periods and matched them in a battle of weaponry, strength, and grit. Who will come out victorious, Aztecs or Spartans? You'll have to read to find out. This series utilizes considerate text written at a higher maturity level with a lower reading level to engage struggling readers. Book includes a table of contents, glossary,...
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48 pages : illustrations (chiefly color), color map ; 24 cm.
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Visit the time of the Aztecs! You can tour the city of Tenochtitlan and its Great Temple, see the animals in the emperor?s zoo, and shop for beautiful jewelry and mosaics. Author Elaine Landau and her pal, Max, will show what life was like during this incredible time.
14) The Aztecs
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Give young readers a deeper look into the violent culture of one of history's most powerful empires. Students will explore everything from human sacrifices and cannibalism to bloodletting and slavery through compelling language, alluring sidebars, and relevant photographs and illustrations. This volume is sure to intrigue and enthrall students as they learn about the dark secrets of the Aztecs.
15) The Aztecs
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The native people known as the Aztec ruled a large empire in what is now Mexico. They created an amazing capital city called Tenochtitlán, where Mexico City is now located. This advanced civilization amazed Spanish explorers when they arrived in the 1500s, and it continues to captivate people today. This notable volume presents the most essential and intriguing facets of the ancient Aztec culture, including their games, arts, economy, myths-and even...
16) Ancient Aztecs
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Time for a trip back in time! This informative title takes readers on a journey centuries in the past, when the ancient Aztecs thrived. Readers will be hooked by the narrative opening. Then they will dive deep into the past, exploring the daily lives and innovations of the Aztecs. A cause and effect feature, a time and place matrix, profiles, and a timeline offer additional knowledge. Readers will soon understand what the ancient Aztecs contributed...
17) Awesome Aztecs
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This fantastic book, filled with amazing facts and photographs, describes what life was like for the Aztecs. It gives an in-depth account of all aspects of life and people of the time - including sections about the city of Tenochtitlan, religion and gods, Aztec law and many more. The 'All About' series is an educational collection of books from P S Quick, and is targeted to interest 7 to 11 year olds - but will fascinate readers of all ages. At the...
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Called by the Los Angeles Reader, the finest example of graphic story telling they've seen, Cortez and the Fall of the Aztecs is a fascinating look at an empire just waiting to be devoured. Written by award winning comic writer Gary Reed under the pen name Brent Truax it is the saga of one man thirsting to conquer an empire against a ruler who tried to appease both his subjects and his gods. Cortez had unwittingly and unknowingly, stepped into the...
19) The Aztecs
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Do you want to learn more about the history and culture of the Aztecs?
Have you ever wanted to know more about the events that shaped this ancient civilization?
If so, then this is the book for you!
In this comprehensive book, we explore the history of the Aztec people, their beliefs and customs, their advances in science and technology, and the events that led to their downfall.
We will take an in-depth look at the Aztec society and its impact on...
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Lost Gold of The Aztecs volume 1
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Legend has it that five hundred years ago a vast fortune in gold was hidden by the Aztecs somewhere in the American southwest. Now three families are closing in on what they believe is the location of the treasure.
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