This is a story about the ancient Aztec state and the people who lived in it. A tale of strange customs, bloody human sacrifices, and untold treasures.
This is the story of an Aztec— a man who, in his long life, changed professions many times. He was a scribe, a warrior, and a merchant. He visited jungles, mountains, deserts, and the shores of two oceans. He managed to earn a huge fortune. His path led from the very bottom to the foot of the throne. But then, from across the ocean, hordes of bloodthirsty pale-skinned men in armor invaded his country. They called themselves conquistadors.