Description
Description
Emperor Montezuma's court tries everything to cure his bad mood in this delightful and hilarious story that sheds light on life in the Aztec empire--and the origins of hot chocolate. Montezuma is in a bad mood today. He doesn't want to see anyone or do anything! The people in the palace are very worried. They try everything they can to make Montezuma smile. They bring gifts, make music, and even dance. What to do? This vibrantly illustrated picture book shares the enduring symbols of Aztec life, from QuetzalcĂłatl, the magnificent plumed serpent, to its temples, codices, drums, and Montezuma's elaborate palace full of people and creatures. At the center of the story is xocolĂĄtl, a delicious treat enjoyed by Indigenous peoples of Mexico long before the Spaniards arrived. Today xocolĂĄtl (chocolate) is eaten, drunk, and enjoyed all over the world. But before all that happened, Montezuma had a tantrum... An Aldana Libros Book, Greystone Kids
About the Author
About the Author
Nuria GĂłmez Benet is a writer and poet. She has been a teacher and scriptwriter for radio and TV children's series, including for Mexican Sesame Street, of which she was the head writer. Santiago SolĂs Montes de Oca is a designer, illustrator, and art director. He teaches editorial design at the School of Design at the Institute of Fine Art. He works as the art director for a number of small Mexican publishers and coordinates the work of art and design at UNAM. Elisa Amado is a Guatemalan-born Canadian translator.
Critical Reviews
Critical Reviews
"Funny and delightful. ... I was personally fascinated with the colorful illustrations in Aztec styles and symbols."
--Kiss the Book Jr "[A] playful take on Mesoamerican history and mythology."
--Horn Book "Will surely resonate with young readers learning to work through big emotions."
--Publishers Weekly
Publishing Information
Publishing Information
Publisher:
Greystone Kids
Pub date:
2024-10-08
Length:
48 pages
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