Incas - History, Native South American & Caribbean Peoples - General & Miscellaneous, Native South American & Caribbean Peoples - History
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Synopsis
The Inca Empire of western South America extended 1,800 miles along the Andes, from the northern border of Ecuador to central Chile. Without the wheel or a written language, the Inca controlled the largest empire in the Western Hemisphere until conquered by the Spanish in 1532.Editorials
Children's Literature
The world of the Inca is discussed in this beautifully-done book. Subjects include the Inca World, Incan Government and Society, Daily Life, Science and Technology, and the Empire of the Sun. There is a nice introduction that sets the place, time, and mystery. The Incan economy is explained. Another interesting section is the society of the "Chosen Women." Daily Life covers where they lived, day-to-day living, food, recreation, and apparel. Good illustrations help to illuminate all of this material. The reader will no doubt be surprised at the sophistication of the mathematics, agriculture, roads and bridges, architecture and metalworking. The most interesting section dicusses the gods and rituals. All of the material is presented in a clear text with an illustrative layout. The usual notes, glossary, "For More Information," index, picture credits, and "About the Author" are supporting features. This title in the "Life During Great Civilizations" series would be a good addition to school and public libraries. 2005, Blackbirch Press/ThomsonGale, Ages 8 to 12.—Naomi Butler
Book Details
Published
March 7, 2005
Publisher
Blackbirch Press
Pages
48
Format
Binding
ISBN
9781410305299