Title: Ancient Mexico - Hardcover

Maria Longhena

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0760783810 ISBN 13: 9780760783818

Publisher: Barnes and Noble, 2006

Synopsis

Between the middle of the second millenium B.C. and the 16th century A.D., Mexico was home to a mosaic of different cultures - including the Olmecs, Zapotecs, Maya, Toltecs, and Aztecs - who formed the great civilizations of Mesoamerica. These peoples developed writing systems, complex mathematics, sophisticated calendars, and highly original art forms. In high mountain valleys and lush tropical lowlands, impressive cities were built with architecture dominated by towering pyramid-temples. "Ancient Mexico" traces the glories and the collapse of these varied cultures and their annihilation by the Spanish conquistadors. In a series of astonishing images the books presents the architecture, sculpture, reliefs, ceramics, wall paintings, jewellery,, and recently deciphered written records of the inhabitants of ancient Mexico. There are also discussions on how religion, astronomy, music, games, war, and sacrifice fit into the daily lives of these people. Completing the volume is a spectacular itinerary of the most intriguing cites of Mexico, Gautemala, and Honduras including Monte Alban, Teotihuacan, Tula, Chichen Itza, Tikal, and Copan, as well as other locations less well known. With over 445 stunning full-color photographs, site plans, and specially comissioned color reconstructions that bring the temples and cities back to life, "Ancient Mexico" uncovers the wealth and achievements of these remarkable civilizations, allowing readers to explore a mysterious lost world.

About this edition

• Publisher: Barnes and Noble
• Publication date: 2006
• ISBN 10: 0760783810
• ISBN 13: 9780760783818
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 288