The Incas Of Peru (1910)

The Incas Of Peru (1910)

Clements Robert Markham

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2010
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781120891136
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The Incas of Peru is a historical book written by Clements Robert Markham in 1910. The book is a comprehensive account of the Inca civilization of Peru, which was one of the most advanced and sophisticated civilizations in the world. The author provides a detailed description of the Inca culture, religion, society, and political structure. He also explores the Inca’s achievements in agriculture, architecture, engineering, and art.The book begins with a brief history of the Inca Empire, followed by a detailed account of the Inca’s religious beliefs and practices. The author also describes the Inca’s social structure, which was based on a hierarchical system with the emperor at the top. He also discusses the role of women in Inca society, which was more equal than in many other ancient civilizations.The author then goes on to describe the Inca’s achievements in agriculture, which were remarkable considering the challenging terrain of the Andes Mountains. He also explores the Inca’s impressive engineering feats, including their road system, aqueducts, and terraced fields. The author also discusses the Inca’s art and architecture, which were characterized by their intricate stonework and goldsmithing.Overall, The Incas of Peru is a fascinating and informative book that provides a detailed insight into one of the most remarkable civilizations in history. The author’s extensive research and engaging writing style make this book a must-read for anyone interested in ancient history or South American culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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