ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD AZTEC
From Spanish Azteca, from Nahuatl Aztecatl, from Aztlan, their traditional place of origin, literally: near the cranes, from azta cranes + tlan near.
Definition of Aztec in the English dictionary
The definition of Aztec in the dictionary is a member of a Mexican Indian people who established a great empire, centred on the valley of Mexico, that was overthrown by Cortés and his followers in the early 16th century. Other definition of Aztec is of, relating to, or characteristic of the Aztecs, their civilization, or their language.
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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «AZTEC»
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The epic tale of an Aztec survivor of the Spanish conquest and his times as a warrior, scribe, travelling merchant, confidant of Motecuhzoma II, and envoy to the invading Spaniards.
An epic saga of the heights of the Aztec empire, the last great native civilization of Central America, is chronicled by Mixtli, a scribe, warrior, and traveling merchant, who explores every part of their world. Reissue.
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The
Aztec Book of Destiny
The Aztec Book of Destiny summarizes traditional Mesoamerican beliefs about the spiritual nature of time and its influence on one's personality and fate.
DK Eyewitness Aztec is a spectacular and informative guide to the rise and fall of the Aztecs, Incas, and Mayas, who built vast empires and left behind a legacy of mystery and wonder.
Elizabeth Baquedano, 2011
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Aztec Thought and Culture: A Study of the Ancient Nahuatl Mind
The fundamental concepts of ancient Mexico presented and examined in this book have been taken from more than ninety original Aztec documents.
Miguel Leon-Portilla, 2012
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Aztec Warfare: Imperial Expansion and Political Control
In exploring the pattern and methods of Aztec expansion, Ross Hassig focuses on political and economic factors.
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The
Aztec Diet: Chia Power: The Superfood that Gets You ...
Now, in The Aztec Diet, New York Times bestselling author Dr. Bob Arnot incorporates the eating habits of this mighty civilization into our modern-day lives to unlock the answer to lasting weight-loss success.
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Aztec Warrior: AD 1325-1521
By examining the experiences of a hypothetical individual, Cuauhtli, this meticulously researched book shows that the history of Aztec warfare is much richer and far more complex than previously understood, and reveals the close ...
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Handbook to Life in the
Aztec World
Organized thematically, the handbook covers all aspects of life in the Aztec world: Mesoamerican civilizations and Aztec archeology; evolution of Aztec civilization; geography of the Aztec world; society and government; religion, cosmology, ...
Manuel Aguilar-Moreno, 2007
Aztec, New Mexico, is nestled in the Four Corners area of the United States and has a rich history beginning with the early Puebloan people.
Marilu Waybourn, City Of Aztec, 2011
10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «AZTEC»
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1501 Aztec Trace
Our mortgage calculator will calculate your estimated monthly payment. Just enter the requested information and click "Calculate." ... «The Killeen Daily Herald, Jul 15»
Voters still want Aztec gold for Pittsburgh's Three Sisters Bridges
Presented with a chance to remake part of the city's landscape, Pittsburghers, unsurprisingly, insisted things remain the same. At the end of a ... «Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Jul 15»
Healthy Recipe of the Week: Aztec Salad
This Aztec Salad is a visual feast! The rainbow of color found in this delicious salad's ingredients provides an abundance of nutrients that are ... «The Independent | SUindependent.com, Jul 15»
Aztec exhibit opens
There are various estimates on exactly how many Aztec Deities there are in existence, ranging from 1,600 to more than two thousand, he said. «Nueces County Record Star, Jul 15»
Milestone Capital Acquires Event Specialists Aztec and Shaffer
A group sponsored by Houston-based private equity firm Milestone Capital acquired Aztec Events & Tents, based in Houston, and Shaffer ... «Rental Equipment Register, Jul 15»
Ex-Aztec Serven scores winning run for Power in 11th
While it took 11 innings and almost three-and-a-half hours, the Palm Springs Power eventually triumphed over Arroyo Seco on Court Iorg's ... «The Desert Sun, Jun 15»
The Mexican tackles cultural appropriation of the Aztec kind.
The problem I have is with people who then start ridiculing others who don't adopt Aztec dancing and calendars as vendidos and Tío Tacos; ... «Monterey County Weekly, Jun 15»
My Life As An Aztec; Magno's Monday Rant
Occasionally, I dare to venture outside of my Boxing Tribune world to see what my “colleagues” are offering the Universo Pugilistico. «The Boxing Tribune, Jun 15»
Taking Note | On Gay Marriage, John Roberts Invokes … the Aztecs?
“Aztec families were very close knit. Children were considered gifts from the gods, but were expected to be obedient to their parents and elders. «New York Times, Jun 15»
Aztec Print Star Buy
Summer is here and good weather is hopefully no too far behind! The Aztec print is still a big trend when it comes to the summer months and ... «TV3.ie, Jun 15»
