The Aztecs. Rise and Fall of an Empire.

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The gruesome Aztec practice of mass human sacrifice horrified Cortes when he entered Tenochticlan in 1519. Yet these bloodthirsty warriors also created a refined society, monumental architecture, powerful sculpture, magnificently illustrated codices, fine goldwork and brilliant feathered costumes. How did these contradictory aspects co-exist in one people? <br><br>The richly illustrated text is supplemented by contemporary documents including evidence on Aztec myths, social organization, trade, ...Vis mer