The Aztecs
Discovering Ancient Civilizations
The native people known as the Aztec ruled a large empire in what is now Mexico. They created an amazing capital city called Tenochtitl?n, 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 rites of human sacrifice! Impressive artwork and artifacts displayed on each page offer scenes of Aztec life, further educating and fascinating readers.
