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The Lady of the Turquoise Pendant
Contributor(s): Andre, Lilibeth (Author)
ISBN: 0985583614     ISBN-13: 9780985583613
Publisher: Lilibeth Andre Art & Design
OUR PRICE:   $24.65  
Product Type: Paperback
Published: May 2012
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BISAC Categories:
- Juvenile Fiction | Historical - Ancient Civilizations
Physical Information: 0.32" H x 7.99" W x 10" (0.77 lbs) 122 pages
Themes:
- Chronological Period - Ancient (To 499 A.D.)
 
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Publisher Description:
The story of Izta, the Aztec princess who must fight for her father's kingdom doomed to fall into the hands of the evil and bloodthirsty high priest Axooxco. Her small army of loyal followers includes her life maiden, Xochitl; her wise but insecure advisor, Tochtli; and the brave Jaguar Knight Popoca who makes her heart leap. Is the love for her kingdom and her parents enough to overcome the magical-religious control over her people?A Story inspired by the Mexican legend of Popocatepetl (Smoking Mountain) and Iztaccihuatl (White Woman or Sleeping Woman), two of the tallest volcanoes in Mexico. The book includes eight (8) Illustrations by the author. Winner of the 2014 International Latino Book Award for Best Educational YA Book.