The World Of The War God - Paperback

by George Griffith (Author)

""The World of the War God"" is a historical non-fiction book written by George Griffith. The book explores the ancient civilizations of Mexico and Central America, focusing on the Aztec Empire and their religious beliefs surrounding the god of war, Huitzilopochtli. Griffith delves into the mythology surrounding Huitzilopochtli and the rituals and sacrifices performed in his honor. He also examines the political and social structures of the Aztec Empire, including their military and economic systems. Throughout the book, Griffith draws on primary sources and archaeological evidence to provide a comprehensive and engaging account of the Aztecs and their world. The book is an informative and fascinating read for anyone interested in ancient history or the cultures of Mesoamerica.Neither of them left the telescopes for more than a few minutes during this aerial circumnavigation. Murgatroyd, outwardly impassive, but inwardly filled with solemn fears for the fate of this impiously daring voyage, brought them wine and sandwiches and later on tea and toast and more sandwiches; but they hardly touched even these, so absorbed were they in the wonderful spectacle which was passing swiftly under their eyes. Their telescopes were excellent ones, and at that distance Mars gave up all his secrets.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.