Ancestors of the Incas

Ancestors of the Incas

Author: Federico Kauffmann Doig

Publisher:

Published: 1998

Total Pages: 168

ISBN-13:

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Catalouge of an exhibition presented by WONDERS at the Florida International Museum


Ancient Inca

Ancient Inca

Author: Alan L. Kolata

Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Published: 2013-04-08

Total Pages: 317

ISBN-13: 0521869005

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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.


The Incas

The Incas

Author: Terence N. D'Altroy

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2014-05-27

Total Pages: 578

ISBN-13: 1444331159

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The Incas is a captivating exploration of one of the greatest civilizations ever seen. Seamlessly drawing on history, archaeology, and ethnography, this thoroughly updated new edition integrates advances made in hundreds of new studies conducted over the last decade. • Written by one of the world’s leading experts on Inca civilization • Covers Inca history, politics, economy, ideology, society, and military organization • Explores advances in research that include pre-imperial Inca society; the royal capital of Cuzco; the sacred landscape; royal estates; Machu Picchu; provincial relations; the khipu information-recording technology; languages, time frames, gender relations, effects on human biology, and daily life • Explicitly examines how the Inca world view and philosophy affected the character of the empire • Illustrated with over 90 maps, figures, and photographs


Ancient Incas

Ancient Incas

Author: Michael Burgan

Publisher: Children's Press

Published: 2012

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780531259795

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Take a journey back in time to witness the development of history's greatest civilizations! Engaging text and eye-catching images teach you about the history, culture, and daily life of each civilization and show you how each civilization continues to affect our world today!


Ancient Inca Technology

Ancient Inca Technology

Author: Ryan Nagelhout

Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc

Published: 2016-07-16

Total Pages: 34

ISBN-13: 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.


How the Incas Built Their Heartland

How the Incas Built Their Heartland

Author: R. Alan Covey

Publisher: University of Michigan Press

Published: 2006

Total Pages: 362

ISBN-13: 9780472114788

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"In How the Incas Built Their Heartland R. Alan Covey supplements an archaeological approach with the tools of a historian, forming an interdisciplinary study of how the Incas became sufficiently powerful to embark on an unprecedented campaign of territorial expansion and how such developments related to earlier patterns of Andean statecraft."--BOOK JACKET.


Ancient Inca Geography

Ancient Inca Geography

Author: Theresa Morlock

Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc

Published: 2016-07-16

Total Pages: 34

ISBN-13: 1499419430

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Machu Picchu is one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Nestled in the Andes Mountains, the Inca people built a settlement that’s in perfect harmony with the surrounding landscape. This title explores the geography of the ancient Inca civilization, which extended well beyond Machu Picchu. Covering land from present-day Peru to present-day Chile, the diverse landscape affected all aspects of Incan society, from daily life to terrace farming and irrigation. Readers will learn how geography and climate played a role in the development of this civilization. Colorful images and engaging text based on social studies curricula support classroom learning.


Ancient Inca Government

Ancient Inca Government

Author: Amy Hayes

Publisher: The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc

Published: 2016-07-16

Total Pages: 34

ISBN-13: 1499419481

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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.


Ancient Incas

Ancient Incas

Author: Lisa Marty

Publisher: Lorenz Educational Press

Published: 2006-09-01

Total Pages: 52

ISBN-13: 0787706132

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Color Overheads Included! Welcome to the fascinating world of the Ancient Incasrulers of the largest empire of the New World prior to the Spanish arrival. At the height of their reign, Incas controlled nearly two thousand miles of the western coast of South Americafrom northern Ecuador to central Chile. The activities in this book provide insight into the history, religion, culture, art, and life of the ancient Incas. The eight full-color transparencies at the back of the book can be used alone or with specific activities listed in the table of contents.