Aztec and Maya: An Illustrated History: The definitive chronicle of the ancient peoples of Central America and Mexico - including the Aztec, Maya, Olmec, Mixtec

This book provides a comprehensive history of the ancient peoples of Central America and Mexico, including the Aztec, Maya, Olmec, Mixtec, Toltec, and Zapotec. It covers almost 3000 years of history, offering insights into art, architecture, myths, legends, and everyday life. It explores the architectural and cultural achievements of these civilizations, such as the temple-pyramids and colossal stone carvings of the Olmecs, and the awe-inspiring cities, vast trading networks, and complex religious societies of the Aztecs and Maya. The book also examines the World Heritage sites of historic Mexico City and Tenochtitlán, Teotihuacán, Chichén Itzá, Tikal, and Monte Albán, and provides intriguing insights into astronomy, the development of calendars, mathematics, writing, and the arts. It is illustrated with over 1000 color photographs, artworks, maps, and plans, and is a perfect introduction to the subject and a stunning visual record of a fascinating period that has helped to shape our world.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 512 pages
\n Publication date: 14 June 2019
\n Publisher: Anness Publishing
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The definitive chronicle of the ancient peoples of Central America and Mexico – including the Aztec, Maya, Olmec, Mixtec, Toltec, and Zapotec – is presented in a lavish new large-format edition. Spanning nearly 3000 years of history, this comprehensive reference book offers captivating insights into the art, architecture, myths, and legends of the diverse empires of Central America and Mexico. From tales of sun gods and blood sacrifice to pyramids and temples, and the fabled treasures filled with gold, these stories have captivated many generations. This book delves into the truth behind these legends, exploring how myth and legends shed light on the cult of war in these pre-industrial nations.

The magnificent architectural and cultural achievements of a succession of Mesoamerican peoples – the Olmecs, Maya, Zapotecs, Toltecs, Mixtec, and Aztecs – span almost 3000 years. These achievements range from the temple-pyramids and colossal stone carvings of the Olmecs to the awe-inspiring cities, vast trading networks, and complex religious societies of the Aztecs and Maya. The World Heritage sites of historic Mexico City and Tenochtitlán, Teotihuacán, Chichén Itzá, Tikal, and Monte Albán come to life, revealing the civic, military, and everyday world of the time. Archaeological findings and surviving documents provide intriguing insights into astronomy, the development of calendars, mathematics, writing, and the arts. They also reveal a grim commitment to war and a savage religious devotion to gods who demanded the blood of human sacrifice.

Pottery, textiles, carvings, mosaics, and gold and metalwork showcase the technological innovations of these pre-industrial civilizations. Superbly illustrated throughout, with over 1000 color photographs, artworks, maps, and plans, this book offers a captivating journey into the rich history and culture of Central America and Mexico.

\n Weight: 2234g\n
Dimension: 230 x 289 x 37 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780754834731\n \n