Some artworks contain swearing and reflect controversial attitudes. Covers religion, coinage, pottery, writing, and warfare and makes effective use of various visuals. Thirty-minute video presents an overview of the history and culture of the Aztecs, especially in Tenochtitl n during the Spanish Conquest. It includes location footage, photographs, sketches, paintings, and maps. Includes vivid descriptions of ritual bloodletting, torture, and human sacrifice.
Chapters cover beliefs, gods, life cycle, education, and so on.
Colour plates illustrate aspects of their art. Includes a glossary. Copyright 1997 . All Rights Reserved. BC MOE Curriculum Branch .