The complete illustrated history of the Aztec & Maya : the definitive chronicle of the ancient peoples of Central America & Mexico, including the Aztec, Maya, Olmec, Mixtec, Toltec & Zapotec / Charles Phillips ; consultant, David M. Jones

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Author: Phillips, Charles 1962-; Jones, David M (David Michael) 1950-; Phillips, Charles 1962- Lost history of Aztec & Maya; Phillips, Charles 1962- Aztec & Maya-- life in an ancient civilization

Includes index.; Previously published in two separate volumes, The lost history of Aztec & Maya and The Aztec & Maya : life in an ancient civilization.; ANTHREF copy 39088019656735 gift from Paul R. Julian.
Summary: Aztec & Maya: The Complete Illustrated History uncovers the rise and fall of the many different empires of Mexico and Central America--their political and military campaign, their legends and myths, and their art, architecture and social history. Ground plans and detailed photographs explore over 20 magnificent and vitally important World Heritage sites, including Teotihuacán, Tenochtitlán, Chichén Itzá, Palenque, Tikal and Monte Albán. The author also surveys the region's mythology, including tales of creation, earth and sky; legends of the gods, goddesses and heroes; and stories of fertility, harvest and the afterlife.

2008

To 1519

To 1821

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