The Civilization of the Incas (Library Binding) (ISBN-13: 9781448884995)

The glories of Inca and Pre-Columbian South America are vividly captured in this richly illustrated story of the rise and fall of the people of the region. The civilization's superbly imaginative craftsmanship in gold and silver, its beautiful textiles, embroidery, ceramics, and architecture are featured in spectacular color photography. Besides the magnificent artistic legacy that survived the ravages of the Conquistadors in the sixteenth century, this lavish volume celebrates the beliefs, deities, myth making, empire building, and often turbulent history that were the foundation of the artwork and literature. Some of the most dramatic sites of South America are featured, including Machu Picchu and Cuzco, the oracle at Pachacamac, the mysterious Nazca lines, and the imperial city of Chan Chan. Author Jeffrey Quilter, an anthropological archaeologist, is a specialist in Pre-Columbian culture, deputy director of the Peabody Museum, and a senior lecturer at Harvard University.

Author: Jeffrey Quilter
ISBN-10: 1448884993
ISBN-13: 9781448884995
Publisher: Rosen Young Adult
Language: English
Published: 12/30/2012
Pages: 232
Format: Library Binding
Weight: 2.25lbs
Size: 11.00h x 9.00w x 0.70d

Review Citation(s):
School Library Journal 11/01/2013 pg. 131