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Incas and Their Ancestors : The Archaeology of Peru by Michael E. Moseley (2001, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherThames & Hudson
ISBN-100500282773
ISBN-139780500282779
eBay Product ID (ePID)1831671
Product Key Features
Edition2
Book TitleIncas and Their Ancestors : the Archaeology of Peru
Number of Pages288 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicArchaeology, Latin America / Pre-Columbian Era, Native American
Publication Year2001
IllustratorYes
FeaturesRevised
GenreSocial Science, History
AuthorMichael E. Moseley
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.9 in
Item Weight23.7 Oz
Item Length10 in
Item Width6.9 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN00-108866
Dewey Edition21
TitleLeadingThe
Dewey Decimal985/.01
Edition DescriptionRevised edition
SynopsisBut this glittering culture only obscured the rich and diverse civilizations that had preceded it: Chavin, Moche, Nazca, Tiwanaku, Huari, and Chimu. Described as a "masterly study" and an "outstanding volume" on its first publication, The Incas and Their Ancestors quickly established itself as the best general introduction to the cultures and civilizations of ancient Peru. Now this classic text has been fully updated for the revised edition. New discoveries over the last decade are integrated throughout. The occupation of Peru's desert coast can now be traced back to 12,000 BC and ensuing maritime adaptations are examined in early littoral societies that mummified their dead and others that were mound builders. The spread of Andean agriculture is related to fresh data on climate, and protracted drought is identified as a recurrent contributor to the rise and fall of civilizations in the Cordillera. The results of recent excavations enliven understanding of coastal Moche and Nazca societies and the ancient highland states of Huari and Tiwanaku. Architectural models accompanying burials provide fresh interpretations of the palaces of imperial Chan Chan, while the origins of the Incas are given new clarity by a spate of modern research on America's largest native empire., In 1532, when Pizarro conquered Peru, the Inca realm was one of the largest empires on earth, graced by gold masterpieces, towns with great palaces and temples, and an impressive network of roads., Described as a 'masterly study' and 'an outstanding volume' on its first publication, The Incas and Their Ancestors quickly established itself as the best general introduction to the cultures and civilization of ancient Peru. Now this classic text has been fully updated for the revised edition, giving new clarity to the origins of the Incas in the wake of extensive modern research on America's largest native empire. Copious illustrations display the artistic sophistication and technological expertise of these ancient peoples. Examining the most recent discoveries form the latest excavations, this volume remains the most authoritative survey of the great South American civilizations now available, of equal fascination for student, scholar or traveller., Now this classic text has been fully updated for the revised edition. New discoveries over the last decade are integrated throughout. The occupation of Peru's desert coast can now be traced back to 12,000 BC and ensuing maritime adaptations are examined in early littoral societies that mummified their dead and others that were mound builders. The spread of Andean agriculture is related to fresh data on climate, and protracted drought is identified as a recurrent contributor to the rise and fall of civilizations in the Cordillera. The results of recent excavations enliven understanding of coastal Moche and Nazca societies and the ancient highland states of Huari and Tiwanaku. Architectural models accompanying burials provide fresh interpretations of the palaces of imperial Chan Chan, while the origins of the Incas are given new clarity by a spate of modern research on America's largest native empire.
LC Classification NumberF3429
