Aztec Agriculture
Mar 2025 · Publifye AS
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Aztec Agriculture explores the sophisticated and often overlooked farming techniques of the Aztec civilization, revealing how their innovative methods sustained a large and complex society. The book delves into the intricacies of chinampas, or ""floating gardens,"" demonstrating how these human-made islands significantly boosted agricultural output. It also examines the Aztecs' advanced irrigation systems, showcasing their understanding of hydrology and engineering. The book uniquely synthesizes historical accounts, archaeological findings, and environmental studies to provide a comprehensive understanding of Aztec agricultural practices. This approach offers valuable insights into sustainable farming, such as crop rotation, which are still relevant today. Beginning with an introduction to the Aztec civilization's geographical and historical context, the book progresses through detailed analyses of chinampas, irrigation, and crop rotation, culminating in an assessment of the legacy and modern-day relevance of Aztec agriculture.
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