The Aztecs : Peoples of America - Michael E. Smith

The Aztecs

By: Michael E. Smith

Paperback | 9 December 2011 | Edition Number 3

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<i>The Aztecs</i> brings to life one of the best-known indigenous civilizations of the Americas in a vivid, comprehensive account of the ancient Aztecs. <ul type="disc"> <li>A thorough examination of Aztec origins and civilization including religion, science, and thought <li>Incorporates the latest archaeological excavations and research into explanations of the Spanish conquest and the continuity of Aztec culture in Central Mexico <li>Expanded coverage includes key topics such as writing, music, royal tombs, and Aztec predictions of the end of the world </ul>
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"Michael Smith draws on ethnohistory and the most recent archaeological findings, including his own first-hand investigations, to update his comprehensive account of the Aztecs. The Aztecs provides a valuable overview for scholars and an accessible text for students."
- Deborah L. Nichols, Dartmouth College

"Top archaeologist Michael Smith combines the latest archaeological research outside the imperial capital with insights from the ethnohistorical sources to present a well-balanced and dynamic view of Aztec society."
- Elizabeth Boone, Tulane University

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