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Ancient Inca

Author : Alan L. Kolata

Publisher : Cambridge University Press

Page : 317 pages

File Size : 43,6 MB

Release : 2013-04-08

Category : History

ISBN : 0521869005

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Book Description

This book provides a detailed account of the Inca Empire, describing its history, society, economy, religion, and politics, but most importantly the way it was managed. How did the Inca wield political power? What economic strategies did the Inca pursue in order to create the largest native empire in the Western Hemisphere? The book offers university students, scholars, and the general public a sophisticated new interpretation of Inca power politics and especially the role of religion in shaping an imperial world of great ethnic, social, and cultural diversity.







Ancient History of Aztec and Inca

Author : Charles Phillips

Publisher : Lorenz Books

Page : 512 pages

File Size : 12,33 MB

Release : 2017-08-30

Category : Andes Region

ISBN : 9781782141372

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Book Description

This two-volume comprehensive and authoritative history describes the political, military and social world of ancient America, bringing this entralling culture to life. The books explore the region's vivid mythology, including tales of creation, earth and sky; legends of the gods, goddesses and heroes; and stories of fertility, harvest and the afterlife. The first volume focuses on the Maya and Aztec civilizations of Mexico and Central America, and the second on the Inca Empire that stretched the length of South America. Taking in many captivating cultural practices and traditions, this is a perfect introduction to the subject, and also a stunning visual record of a fascinating period that has helped to shape our world.



Ancient Inca Daily Life

Author : Heather Moore Niver

Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc

Page : 34 pages

File Size : 42,52 MB

Release : 2016-07-16

Category : Juvenile Nonfiction

ISBN : 1499419376

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The Inca Empire is known for its gods, famous rulers, and high priests, but the daily lives of the Incan people were just as important to the society's growth and development. This book covers the fascinating facts about daily life in the Inca Empire. Readers will delight in learning about Inca villages, the role of men, women, and children, and the farming and laboring lifestyle they experienced. Written with accessible language and accompanied by colorful images, this title presents fundamental social studies concepts through a curricular lens.



The Ancient Inca Economy

Author : Sarah Machajewski

Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc

Page : 34 pages

File Size : 30,36 MB

Release : 2016-07-16

Category : Juvenile Nonfiction

ISBN : 1499419414

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The ancient Inca civilization is known having a developed economy, but the people didn’t use money. In fact, the society didn’t have it. This is just one fact presented in this volume, which provides an in-depth look at the Inca economy. The title covers terrace farming, irrigation, livestock, and the role of mit’a labor in ancient Peru. Through the text’s coverage of the government’s distribution of goods and services, readers will understand why the society is sometimes called a utopia. Written with age-appropriate language and accompanied by highly detailed images, this title makes classroom social studies concepts accessible for readers.



Ancient Inca Technology

Author : Ryan Nagelhout

Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc

Page : 34 pages

File Size : 17,29 MB

Release : 2016-07-16

Category : Juvenile Nonfiction

ISBN : 1499419538

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The Inca Empire was a complex, highly developed society that ruled ancient Peru for centuries. The civilization grew strong thanks to important advances in technology. This information-rich title covers the Inca’s roads and communications systems, buildings, bridges, terrace farming, and tools. Readers will also learn about important scientific innovations such as calendars, Quipu, the Incas’ understanding of astronomy, and their medicinal practices. Written with age-appropriate language and accompanied by colorful images, this title brings Inca technology to life.



The Complete Illustrated History of the Inca Empire

Author : David M. Jones

Publisher : Lorenz Books

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 33,14 MB

Release : 2012

Category : Incas

ISBN : 9780754823582

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Book Description

An expert and vivid guide to the history of the Inca civilization, exploring the native peoples of Peru and the Andes, their mythologies and ancient belief systems, the detail of their everyday lives, and the beauty of their art and architecture. ,



Ancient Inca Government

Author : Amy Hayes

Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc

Page : 34 pages

File Size : 15,91 MB

Release : 2016-07-16

Category : Juvenile Nonfiction

ISBN : 1499419481

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Book Description

When the Spanish arrived in Peru in the 1500s, they found a highly organized and developed society: the Incas. At the head of the Inca Empire was a sophisticated government that ruled more than 10 million citizens. Written to support elementary social studies curriculum, this title covers the structure of the Inca society’s government, including dynasties from 1200 to 1572, important rulers, viceroys, high priests, and governors. Readers also learn about ayllu, laws, and taxes and labor practices. Age-appropriate information and colorful images help readers connect with the material.



The Inca World

Author : David Jones

Publisher : Lorenz Books

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 26,7 MB

Release : 2010

Category : History

ISBN : 9780754817260

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Book Description

This fascinating visual history tells the story of the ancient peoples of Peru and the Andes. Explores economics and the world of work, religious beliefs and life at home, crime and punishment, and death and sacrifice.