The Aztecs: Rise and Fall of an Empire

Synopsis of The Aztecs: Rise and Fall of an Empire

«The Aztecs: Rise and Fall of an Empire» is a historical essay by Serge Gruzinski, published by Thames and Hudson in paperback (192 pages, in English).

A journey through Aztec history from its nomadic origins to the empire and the Spanish conquest. It analyzes the coexistence of a refined society with mass human sacrifice, using period documents on mythology, social organization, trade, arts, the survival of religion after Christianity and the fate of the indigenous population.

Published in 1992. Translated from the French by Paul G. Bahn; the original was titled «Destin brisé de l'empire aztèque». New Horizons series.

For readers interested in the history of Mexico and pre-Columbian civilizations.