The Inca by Kevin Lane

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The Inca by Kevin Lane

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A new account of the Inca, who in their heyday were at the pinnacle of South American civilization.

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The Inca by Kevin Lane

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.

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Kevin Lane is a senior researcher of The National Scientific and Technical Research Council and a member of the Institute of Cultures of the University of Buenos Aires, Argentina. He has published widely on South American architecture, history and culture.
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ISBN 13 9781789145465
ISBN 10 1789145465
Title The Inca
Author Kevin Lane
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Binding Type Hardback
Publisher Reaktion Books
Year published 2022-02-14
Number of pages 208
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
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