Bibliograph

The Aztec

Type

Label

The Aztec

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Intended audience

1030L, Lexile

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The Aztec

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

227192037

Series statement

Early peoples

Summary

"A discussion of the early Aztec, including who the people were, where they lived, the rise of civilization, social structure, religion, art and architecture, science and technology, daily life, entertainment and sports, and fall of civilization. Features include timelines, fact boxes, glossary, list of recommended reading and web sites, and index"--Provided by publisher

Table Of Contents

Origins of the Aztec -- Building an empire -- The Aztec empire at its height -- The Tlatoani and his advisers -- Commoners & calpolli -- Soldiers & warfare -- Merchants -- Farmers -- Aztec women -- Slaves -- Crime & punishment -- Beliefs & gods -- Ceremonies & human sacrifice -- Temples & priests -- Aztec calendar -- The great city of Tenochtitlan -- Language & writing -- Aztec art & crafts -- Family life -- Shelter & clothing -- Food & drink -- Children & education -- Sports & festivals -- Trade & transportation -- Decline and danger -- Fall of the Aztec empire -- The Aztec legacy

Target audience

juvenile

Classification