The Poet King of Tezcoco: A Great Leader of Ancient Mexico

One of ancient Mexico s most remarkable rulers, Nezahualcoyotl was a brilliant poet, architect, and engineer. After reclaiming the throne stolen by his murderous uncle, the Poet King became a great ruler who built palaces, libraries, aqueducts, and gardens. Though he endured many tragedies, his poetry brought him comfort and secured his reputation as a literary master. Nezahualcoyotl s amazing life and achievements are related here in a unique combination of biography and poetry. Though written at a child s level, this beautifully crafted and lushly illustrated story thrills and informs readers of all ages."

Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Groundwood Books
Published: 03/01/2007
ISBN: 9780888997876
Pages: 48
Weight: 0.92lbs
Size: 10.72h x 8.66w x 0.41d

Review Citations: Kirkus Review - Children 05/01/2007 pg. 456
Booklist 06/01/2007 pg. 94
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 09/01/2007 pg. 54 - Book Of Special Distinction
School Library Journal 12/01/2007 pg. 158

Accelerated Reader Quiz #/Name: 115053 / Poet King of Tezcoco: A Great Leader of Ancient Mexico
Reading Level: 6.6 / Interest Level: Middle Grade / Point Value: 1