Author: Charles Phillips
Publisher: Southwater
ISBN: 9781846810732
Category : Aztec mythology
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This wide-ranging reference book covers almost 3000 years, offering enthralling insights into the art and architecture, myths and legends, and everyday life of Mesoamerica. Stories of sun-gods and blood sacrifice, of pyramids and temples, and of the fabulous treasuries filled with gold have fascinated many generations. The World Heritage sites of historic Mexico City and Tenochtitlan, Teotihuacan, Chichen Itza, Tikal and Monte Alban are examined in detail. This unrivalled volume is not only a perfect introduction to the history of these lost civilizations, but also a stunning visual record of a unique period that has helped to shape our world.
The Complete Illustrated History of the Aztec and Maya
Author: Charles Phillips
Publisher: Southwater
ISBN: 9781846810732
Category : Aztec mythology
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This wide-ranging reference book covers almost 3000 years, offering enthralling insights into the art and architecture, myths and legends, and everyday life of Mesoamerica. Stories of sun-gods and blood sacrifice, of pyramids and temples, and of the fabulous treasuries filled with gold have fascinated many generations. The World Heritage sites of historic Mexico City and Tenochtitlan, Teotihuacan, Chichen Itza, Tikal and Monte Alban are examined in detail. This unrivalled volume is not only a perfect introduction to the history of these lost civilizations, but also a stunning visual record of a unique period that has helped to shape our world.
Publisher: Southwater
ISBN: 9781846810732
Category : Aztec mythology
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This wide-ranging reference book covers almost 3000 years, offering enthralling insights into the art and architecture, myths and legends, and everyday life of Mesoamerica. Stories of sun-gods and blood sacrifice, of pyramids and temples, and of the fabulous treasuries filled with gold have fascinated many generations. The World Heritage sites of historic Mexico City and Tenochtitlan, Teotihuacan, Chichen Itza, Tikal and Monte Alban are examined in detail. This unrivalled volume is not only a perfect introduction to the history of these lost civilizations, but also a stunning visual record of a unique period that has helped to shape our world.
Mayas, Incas, and Aztecs
Author: Wendy Conklin
Publisher: Teacher Created Materials
ISBN: 1433390620
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
The Mayas, Incas, and Aztecs were three groups of people found living in the ancient Americas. Though they were clearly alike, they were also unique. All three civilizations ended when Spanish explorers moved into the Americas.
Publisher: Teacher Created Materials
ISBN: 1433390620
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
The Mayas, Incas, and Aztecs were three groups of people found living in the ancient Americas. Though they were clearly alike, they were also unique. All three civilizations ended when Spanish explorers moved into the Americas.
Ancient Maya Daily Life
Author: Heather Moore Niver
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
ISBN: 150814902X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 34
Book Description
What was life like in the days of the ancient Maya civilization? Where did people live and what did they do each day? These questions and more are answered in this fact-filled book about the daily life of the ancient Maya. Engaging text and primary sources shed light on the many mysteries of the Maya people. Color photographs of existing architecture and artifacts, as well as artwork, will transport readers back to the days when the Maya civilization was thriving. This exciting book is rich with information about Maya culture, and it’s sure to stoke readers’ imaginations while giving them a deep understanding of the history of this ancient civilization.
Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
ISBN: 150814902X
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 34
Book Description
What was life like in the days of the ancient Maya civilization? Where did people live and what did they do each day? These questions and more are answered in this fact-filled book about the daily life of the ancient Maya. Engaging text and primary sources shed light on the many mysteries of the Maya people. Color photographs of existing architecture and artifacts, as well as artwork, will transport readers back to the days when the Maya civilization was thriving. This exciting book is rich with information about Maya culture, and it’s sure to stoke readers’ imaginations while giving them a deep understanding of the history of this ancient civilization.
Gods of the Maya, Aztecs, and Incas
Author: Timothy Roland Roberts
Publisher: MetroBooks (NY)
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 122
Book Description
Presents a brief overview of these cultures, their customs, religion, gods, heroes, and legends.
Publisher: MetroBooks (NY)
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 122
Book Description
Presents a brief overview of these cultures, their customs, religion, gods, heroes, and legends.
Handbook to Life in the Ancient Maya World
Author: Lynn V. Foster
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN: 9780195183634
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 432
Book Description
This comprehensive and accessible reference explores the greatest and most mysterious of civilizations, hailed for its contributions to science, mathematics, and technology. Each chapter is supplemented by an extensive bibliography as well as photos, original line drawings, and maps.
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
ISBN: 9780195183634
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 432
Book Description
This comprehensive and accessible reference explores the greatest and most mysterious of civilizations, hailed for its contributions to science, mathematics, and technology. Each chapter is supplemented by an extensive bibliography as well as photos, original line drawings, and maps.
Ballplayers and Bonesetters
Author: Laurie Coulter
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781554511419
Category : Aztecs
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Describes 100 jobs that an ancient Aztec, Maya, or other Mesoamerican might have had.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781554511419
Category : Aztecs
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Describes 100 jobs that an ancient Aztec, Maya, or other Mesoamerican might have had.
Aztec
Author: Elizabeth Baquedano
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
ISBN: 1405345438
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 75
Book Description
DK Eyewitness Aztec is a spectacular and informative guide to the rise and fall of the Aztecs, Incas, and Mayas, who built vast empires and left behind a legacy of mystery and wonder. Incredible colour photographs offer your child a unique "eyewitness" view of these amazing civilisations. Show your child how jewellery was made, and learn what kind of food the Aztecs ate, how the Incas built their homes, and how the Mayan calendar worked. Great for projects or just for fun, make sure your child learns everything they need to know about the Aztecs. Find out more and download amazing clipart images at www.dk.com/clipart.
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
ISBN: 1405345438
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 75
Book Description
DK Eyewitness Aztec is a spectacular and informative guide to the rise and fall of the Aztecs, Incas, and Mayas, who built vast empires and left behind a legacy of mystery and wonder. Incredible colour photographs offer your child a unique "eyewitness" view of these amazing civilisations. Show your child how jewellery was made, and learn what kind of food the Aztecs ate, how the Incas built their homes, and how the Mayan calendar worked. Great for projects or just for fun, make sure your child learns everything they need to know about the Aztecs. Find out more and download amazing clipart images at www.dk.com/clipart.
The Ancient Maya
Author: Jackie Maloy
Publisher: C. Press/F. Watts Trade
ISBN: 9780531241103
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Provides information about the ancient Maya, discussing farming, daily life, beliefs, and other related topics.
Publisher: C. Press/F. Watts Trade
ISBN: 9780531241103
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Provides information about the ancient Maya, discussing farming, daily life, beliefs, and other related topics.
An Overview of the Mayan World
Author: Gualberto Zapata Alonzo
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789687232195
Category : Central America
Languages : en
Pages : 292
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9789687232195
Category : Central America
Languages : en
Pages : 292
Book Description
The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Aztec & Maya
Author: Charles Phillips
Publisher: Southwater
ISBN: 9780857231437
Category : Aztec mythology
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
An exploration of ancient Mesoamerica, the Olmecs, Maya, Toltecs and Aztecs, with 500 sumptuous images
Publisher: Southwater
ISBN: 9780857231437
Category : Aztec mythology
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
An exploration of ancient Mesoamerica, the Olmecs, Maya, Toltecs and Aztecs, with 500 sumptuous images