Phillips, Charles

The complete illustrated history of the Aztec & Maya : the definitive chronicle of the ancient peoples of Central America and Mexico including the Aztec, Maya, Olmec, Mixtec, Toltec & Zapotec / Charles Phillips - London : Hermes House , c2009 - 512 p. : illus. ; 30 cm

Uncovers the rise and fall of many different empires of Mexico and Central America - their political and military campaigns, 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 Teotihuacan, Tenochtitlan, Chichen Itza, Palenque, Tikal and Monte Alban. Surveys the region's colorful mythology, including tales of creation, earth and sky; legends of the gods, goddesses and heroes; and stories of fertility, harvest and afterlife.


Englsih

9781572154391


Indians of Mexico---Civilization
Indians of Central America---Civilization


Mexico---Civilization

REF 972.018 PHI