Aztec Warrior

AD 1325–1521

Warrior 32

Author: John Pohl
Illustrator: Adam Hook
Short code: WAR 32
Publication Date: 25 Jun 2001
Number of Pages: 64

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According to one popular image, the Aztec army was a ruthless and efficient war machine, that established an empire by convincingly overwhelming its neighbors, sacrificing thousands to bloodthirsty gods along the way. From a contrasting perspective, its native warriors were no match for the modern warring methods of Cortés' greatly outnumbered Spaniards, who decisively defeated them. The reality of the Aztec warrior's ability and effectiveness lies somewhere between those two extremes, as this title makes clear. 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 relationship between social and military matters in Aztec society.

Biographical Note

Dr. John Pohl has conducted numerous archaeological excavations and surveys in Mexico and Central America as well as the Catalan region of southern France. Dr. Pohl is noted for bringing the ancient past to life using a wide variety of innovative skills and techniques ranging from museum exhibitions for Princeton University, the Getty, and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art to film productions for the History Channel, the Discovery Channel, the BBC and Dreamworks. In addition to his work in education through public media, he currently serves as Adjunct Full Professor in the Department of Art History at UCLA.Adam Hook studied graphic design at art college and began his illustrating career in 1983. He has worked with a variety of educational publishers covering various subjects within the fields of history and natural history. Adam lives and works in Sussex, UK.

Introduction A child is sworn to service The story of Tenochtitlan Chronology of principal events AD 1325-1521 Early years - the genesis of the warrior Training Weaponry and protection Dress and distinction Campaign and supply Field combat Bringing home the war: Aztec religion and ritual Notes Bibliography Glossary Color plate commentary Index