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Human Sacrifice
Human sacrifice is a gruesome yet fascinating part of many cultures’ histories. While it’s well known that the ancient Aztecs practiced human sacrifice, many other peoples did as well, including the Thuggees, the Maya, and the ancient Egyptians. This compelling book relays the significance of such brutal acts and explains each culture’s devotion to their gods and the afterlife. Readers also learn about modern acts of sacrifice, such as the kamikaze pilots of World War II. Vibrant illustrations and eye-catching photographs enhance the engrossing information on each page.
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Human Sacrifice
Human sacrifice is a gruesome yet fascinating part of many cultures’ histories. While it’s well known that the ancient Aztecs practiced human sacrifice, many other peoples did as well, including the Thuggees, the Maya, and the ancient Egyptians. This compelling book relays the significance of such brutal acts and explains each culture’s devotion to their gods and the afterlife. Readers also learn about modern acts of sacrifice, such as the kamikaze pilots of World War II. Vibrant illustrations and eye-catching photographs enhance the engrossing information on each page.
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Human Sacrifice

Human Sacrifice

by Alix Wood
Human Sacrifice

Human Sacrifice

by Alix Wood

Overview

Human sacrifice is a gruesome yet fascinating part of many cultures’ histories. While it’s well known that the ancient Aztecs practiced human sacrifice, many other peoples did as well, including the Thuggees, the Maya, and the ancient Egyptians. This compelling book relays the significance of such brutal acts and explains each culture’s devotion to their gods and the afterlife. Readers also learn about modern acts of sacrifice, such as the kamikaze pilots of World War II. Vibrant illustrations and eye-catching photographs enhance the engrossing information on each page.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781433995842
Publisher: Gareth Stevens Publishing
Publication date: 08/01/2013
Series: Why'd They Do That? Strange Customs of the Past
Pages: 32
Product dimensions: 7.80(w) x 10.10(h) x 0.30(d)
Age Range: 9 - 11 Years

Table of Contents

What Is Human Sacrifice? 4

Bog Bodies 6

Ancient Americas 8

Aztec Sacrifices 10

Ordeal by Fire 12

The Afterlife 14

The Mayans 16

Ball Games 18

Bizarre Sacrifices 20

Human Foundations 22

India and the Thuggees 24

Cannibals 26

Human Sacrifice Today 28

Glossary 30

For More Information 31

Index 32

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