Across continents and centuries, the altar of civilization has been stained with blood.

From the scorched pyramids of the Aztecs to the dark groves of the Druids, from the tombs of Egyptian pharaohs to the icy Andean peaks of the Inca, human sacrifice was not just a myth - it was a sacred, terrifying reality.

Origins and Rituals of Human Sacrifice in Ancient Civilizations is a chilling and deeply researched exploration of one of history's most disturbing yet revealing practices. This book uncovers the beliefs, rituals, and brutal logic behind sacrificing human life to appease gods, sanctify empires, and secure survival.

Step into the blood-soaked rituals of:

• The Aztecs, who ripped out hearts to keep the sun alive.

• The Carthaginians, accused of burning their own children to Baal.

• The Celts, whose druids filled giant wicker men with victims for fire offerings.

• The Shang Dynasty of China, where hundreds were buried alive to serve rulers in death.

• The Inca, who sacrificed the purest children to the icy gods of the mountains.

• And many more, from Mesopotamia to Mesoamerica, from myth to modern conspiracy.

But this book goes beyond history. It dares to ask: Why did so many cultures spill blood in the name of the divine? What psychological and symbolic power does sacrifice still hold over us - even now?

With chilling case studies, archaeological discoveries, religious analysis, and psychological theory, this is not just a history - it’s a journey into humanity’s darkest rituals and deepest fears.

It is for the curious, the fearless, and those brave enough to stare into the abyss of civilization’s shadow.