The Inca - Lost Civilizations

From their mythical origins to astonishing feats of engineering, an expertly informed reassessment of one of the great empires of the Americas: the Inca.   In their heyday, the Inca ruled over the largest land empire in the Americas, reaching the pinnacle of South American civilization. Known as the "Romans of the Americas," these fabulous engineers converted the vertiginous, challenging landscapes of the Andes into a fertile region able to feed millions, alongside building royal estates such as Machu Picchu and a 40,000-kilometer-long road network crisscrossed by elegant braided-rope suspension bridges.   Beautifully illustrated, this book examines the mythical origins and history of the Inca, including their economy, society, technology, and beliefs. Kevin Lane reconsiders previous theories while proposing new interpretations concerning the timeline of Inca expansion, their political organization, and the role of women in their society while showcasing how their legacy endures today.

ISBN:	9781789145465
Publisher:	Reaktion Books
Imprint:	Reaktion Books
Published date:	14 Feb 2022
DEWEY:	985.019
DEWEY edition:	23
Language:	English
Number of pages:	208
Weight:	534g
Height:	254mm
Width:	372mm
Spine width:	19mm

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