Ballplayers and Bonesetters: One Hundred Ancient Aztec and Maya Jobs You Might Have Adored or Abhorred Contributor(s): Coulter, Laurie (Author), Newbigging, Martha (Illustrator) |
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ISBN: 1554511402 ISBN-13: 9781554511402 Publisher: Annick Press
WE WILL NOT BE UNDERSOLD! Click here for our low price guarantee Binding Type: Paperback - See All Available Formats & Editions Published: September 2008 * Out of Print * Annotation: A humorously illustrated guide to 100 historically accurate jobs in pre-conquest Mesoamerica offers a unique view of one of the most remarkable civilizations of all time. The book includes timeline, further readings and index. Click for more in this series: Jobs in History |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | History - Central & South America - Juvenile Nonfiction | Careers |
Dewey: 331.700 |
Age Level: 9-11 |
Grade Level: 4-6 |
Series: Jobs in History |
Physical Information: 0.3" H x 8.1" W x 10.2" L (0.75 lbs) 96 pages |
Themes: - Cultural Region - Latin America |
Features: Bibliography, Ikids, Illustrated, Index, Maps, Price on Product, Table of Contents |
Review Citations: School Library Journal 12/01/2008 pg. 146 |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: "Ever thought of becoming a bug farmer? Or how about a stone slinger?" Imagine growing up in Mesoamerica before the Spanish Conquest (1350-1521). What does your future hold? The ancient Aztecs, Maya and other Mesoamericans believed that the gods created a world where everyone had a role to play. Some people were born to rule, others to serve. If you were lucky, you might have been a high priest or a queen. On the other hand, you could have ended up as a latrine boatman or a slave destined to become a sacrificial victim. Find out what it was like to be a tax collector (don't try to keep any money for yourself; the penalty is death ) or a porter (only if you enjoy carrying heavy packs up mountains). Or perhaps you'd prefer building pyramids, raising dogs or being a royal cook (frog casserole with green chile, anyone?). Other jobs you might have held include: Counterfeiter Bell maker Mosaic mask maker Beekeeper. Featuring a fact-filled introduction, a timeline and humorous illustrations, this book offers a unique view of one of the most remarkable civilizations of all time. |
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