The Legend Of Mexicatl

In this enchanting story of how Mexico got its name, its flag, and its capital city, the young Mexicatl is chosen to lead his people. He has a vision that tells him to search for "a place of harmony", and he learns the hard lessons of leadership along the way. Full-color illustrations.

Growing up under the blistering sun of the desert, the boy Mexicatl can hardly imagine being chosen to lead his people -- until he has a vision. One day the Morning Star tells him to search for "a place of harmony" and reveals the sacred image of the eagle and snake. Only after Mexicatl learns the hard lessons of leadership do his people prosper. Richly illustrated, this is an enchanting story of faith and wisdom, drawn from ancient Aztec history.