Aztec archaeology and ethnohistory, Frances F. Berdan
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Aztec archaeology and ethnohistory, Frances F. Berdan
Language
eng
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index present
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non fiction
Main title
Aztec archaeology and ethnohistory
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electronic resource
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dictionaries
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883412269
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Frances F. Berdan
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Cambridge world archaeologyCambridge Social Sciences eBooks
Summary
This book provides an up-to-date synthesis of Aztec culture, applying interdisciplinary approaches (archaeology, ethnohistory and ethnography) to reconstructing the complex and enigmatic civilization. Frances F. Berdan offers a balanced assessment of complementary and sometimes contradictory sources in unravelling the ancient way of life. The book provides a cohesive view of the Aztecs and their empire, emphasizing the diversity and complexity of social, economic, political and religious roles played by the many kinds of people we call 'Aztecs'. Concluding with three integrative case studies, the book examines the stresses, dynamics and anchors of Aztec culture and society.--, Provided by publisher
Table of contents
Part I. Setting the Stage. 1. Discovering, uncovering, and interpreting the Aztec world ; 2. The Aztecs as Mesoamericans -- Part II. Aztec Society and Culture. 3. Living on the land ; 4. Craft specialization, commerce, and trade ; 5. City-states and imperial rule ; 6. Living as an Aztec : social status and daily life ; 7. Religion, science, and the arts ; 8. The Aztec world : an integrated view
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