Contarhuacho, a biography
Contarhuacho, a biography

Author: Helen Pugh

Publisher: Helen Pugh

Published:

Total Pages: 13

ISBN-13: 1005675082

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You may have heard of the Inca emperor Huayna Capac but probably not Contarhuacho (or Contarguacho), one of his many secondary wives. Born in Tocash in the province of Huaylas, Peru, in about 1500, Contarhuacho was a curaca or female cacique of great importance in her own right who played a significant role both before and after the Spanish Conquest. This short biography is a taster for a book I am planning entitled, ‘Biographies of Inca Women’. I would love to receive feedback on whether a book of that sort would be of interest to you and if so, which Inca women you would like me to include.

Tears of Blood
Tears of Blood

Author: Helen Pugh

Publisher: Helen Pugh

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Total Pages: 13

ISBN-13:

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Forget princes saving princesses. This story has a kind lady saving a prince! An Inca legend written down hundred of years ago and now adapted for English-speaking kids! 'Tears of Blood' is part of Inca-tastic Tales- an epic journey through Inca history and legends. Praise for Inca-tastic Tales: "This book really brings Inca history to life for kids!" "The pictures throughout the book of family-trees, countryside, and maps were helpful in understanding the culture and legends." "Children get to find out what their Inca name is and this absolutely fascinated my children! I would recommend it to young readers and anyone else that wants to read tales about Incas."

The Mysterious Helpers
The Mysterious Helpers

Author: Helen Pugh

Publisher: Helen Pugh

Published: 2022-08-16

Total Pages: 23

ISBN-13:

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Two kids find themselves trapped on a mountain when a flood suddenly covers their village. All alone with no food, they cry themselves to sleep every night until feasts begin to magically appear out of nowhere each evening. Who are the mysterious helpers who provide all this food? Read on to discover the secret in this super cute tale, adapted from an Indigenous legend. Taken from Jungle-Tastic Tales (out autumn 2022), an adventure through thousands of years of Amazonian history. For ages 8 and over.

Andean Storm
Andean Storm

Author: Helen Pugh

Publisher: Helen Pugh

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Total Pages: 15

ISBN-13: 1005701164

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"Two hundred years after the last Inca ruler (Tupac Amaru) died, a rebellion began to bubble away in Peru"... Micaela Bastidas Puyucawa and her husband, known as Tupac Amaru II, led a huge uprising against the Spanish. Who was Micaela exactly? What was she like? How did the movement end? And what legacy did the couple leave behind? All this and more in 'Andean Storm'.

Jungle-tastic Tales and Inca-tastic Tales
Jungle-tastic Tales and Inca-tastic Tales

Author: Helen Pugh

Publisher: Helen Pugh

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Total Pages: 229

ISBN-13:

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Hey, kids! For the first time ever, Jungle-tastic Tales and Inca-tastic Tales are coming together in one epic book. If you're aged 8 or over, this book is for you! // Jungle-tastic Tales is a collection of 13 short stories plus 3 chapters on archaeology that take the reader through thousands of years of Amazonian history, from the Ice Age to the present age. A legendary snake will guide you through with wit and cheek. It has a wide variety of themes, such as history, culture, nature, mythology, photography and even football. // Inca-tastic Tales is a cultural and educational adventure in South America. Twelve well-researched Inca-tastic stories make up this unique book, crammed with queens, kings, legends, volcanoes, warriors, priestesses and more! There are 9 well-loved stories adapted for children from narratives in 'Intrepid Dudettes of the Inca Empire' and 3 brand-new tales.

Mama Chira
Mama Chira

Author: Helen Pugh

Publisher: Helen Pugh

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ISBN-13: 1005891974

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A drought-ridden region. A mighty emperor. A humble village woman. From the author of Intrepid Dudettes of the Inca Empire comes a retelling of the fascinating Inca legend of Mama Chira, passed down from generation to generation in southern Peru. Adapted for adults from Inca-tastic Tales.

Unsung Women in Somerset
Unsung Women in Somerset

Author: Helen Pugh

Publisher: Helen Pugh

Published: 2023-11-20

Total Pages: 405

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Unsung Women in Somerset is a book of real-life and legendary women who lived, loved, worked and struggled in Somerset. From pre-Roman to modern times, we meet women with courage, kindness, innovation and even some who smashed the rules! Through 23 chapters, we meet most women through a short story, followed by historical notes about the woman and a chapter bibliography that shows the meticulous research that has gone into the book. Most chapters also include a Quick Tribute section that briefly mentions other interesting women from the same century. Meet the woman who had two funerals. Meet the African princess who survived and thrived despite the odds. Meet the woman who voted... before it was legal. Meet the openly gay artists whose generosity touched their neighbours' hearts. Meet the queens and saints and "witches" and workers and much more! These are the unsung women of our county. This is the history of Somerset like never before.

Intrepid Dudettes of the Inca Empire
Intrepid Dudettes of the Inca Empire

Author: Helen Pugh

Publisher: Helen Pugh

Published: 2020-12-01

Total Pages: 322

ISBN-13: 1005592314

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Dive into a world of bold pre-Columbian women and goddesses! The book is my humble contribution to “herstory”- the history of women, the history of our foremothers, the women who made history yet were edited out of traditional textbooks. This is Inca history with the women edited back in, a book for anyone who is curious about historical women and ready to explore the world of powerful goddesses and strong Inca women, who lived before and during the Spanish Conquest. Well-researched historical reading that isn't heavy going. Praise for part 1: “I love the concept of this book." “An interesting and unique read!” “A really good read for anyone interested in how women can survive.” "The originality is refreshing- accessible, interesting books about the lives of Inca women and goddesses are hard to come by." Includes a discussion guide.

Kuartam
Kuartam

Author: Helen Pugh

Publisher: Helen Pugh

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Total Pages: 13

ISBN-13: 1005769958

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In the province of Morona-Santiago, around the city of Macas, a legend has always been told about the dangers of behaving disrespectfully towards nature. It is a legend that comes from the Shuar people, who live in the jungle in the eastern Ecuadorian Amazon. Generally speaking, they are brave and proud of their traditions and of the fact that they are one of a handful of indigenous groups who managed to resist both the colonising missions of the Inca and the Spanish. The upper photo of the front cover is a genuine Shuar dwelling that was on the side of the road on the way from Puyo to Macas in Ecuador. The lower one is a view of the rainforest as taken from Macas. Of all the towns and cities I visited in the Ecuadorian Amazon region, Macas was my favourite.

Inca-tastic Tales
Inca-tastic Tales

Author: Helen Pugh

Publisher: Helen Pugh

Published: 2021-02-16

Total Pages: 115

ISBN-13: 1393135161

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"I would recommend it to young readers and anyone else that wants to read tales about Incas. Children also get to find out what their Inca name is and this absolutely fascinated my children!" "This book really brings Inca history to life for kids!" "engaging and entertaining" Join the goddess Pachamama and the rainbow Cuychi on an epic journey through Inca-tastic history! You'll get to meet gods, goddesses, a magician, queens, kings, princes, princesses, kidnappers, warriors, conquerors, treasure hunters, explorers, heroes and 2 volcanoes who are in love. Buckle your seat belt and come along on this cultural and educational adventure in South America! 12 well-researched Inca-tastic stories to share with your kids! 8 beautiful legends and 4 narratives based on historical accounts9 well-loved stories adapted for children from narratives in 'Intrepid Dudettes of the Inca Empire' and 3 brand-new tales! Includes the brand new Bonus Section: Colouring Pages! For ages 8 to 80.