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Aztec Archaeology And Ethnohistory /
Berdan, Frances F.
Aztec Archaeology And Ethnohistory / Frances F. Berdan - 1st edition - New York : Cambridge , 2014. - xx, 347 pages
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. Includes bibliographical references and index.
9780521707565
Antiquities Aztecs Antiquities Aztecs Historiography Aztecs Social life and customs Aztèques Historiographie Aztèques Mœurs et coutumes Ethnohistoire Mexique Ethnohistory
972.01 / BER
Aztec Archaeology And Ethnohistory / Frances F. Berdan - 1st edition - New York : Cambridge , 2014. - xx, 347 pages
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. Includes bibliographical references and index.
9780521707565
Antiquities Aztecs Antiquities Aztecs Historiography Aztecs Social life and customs Aztèques Historiographie Aztèques Mœurs et coutumes Ethnohistoire Mexique Ethnohistory
972.01 / BER