Bibliograph

The Inca

Type

Label

The Inca

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Illustrations

mapsillustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The Inca

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

237325190

Series statement

Early peoples

Summary

"A discussion of the early Inca, including who the people were, where they lived, the rise of civilization, social structure, religion, art and architecture, science and technology, daily life, and entertainment and sports. Features include timelines, fact boxes, glossary, list of recommended reading and web sites, and index"--Provided by publisher

Table Of Contents

Who were the Inca? -- What were the major achievements of the Inca? -- The origins of the Inca - early Andean cultures -- The Inca before the founding of their empire -- Sapa Incas -- Nobles -- Priests -- Commoners -- Women -- Government and law -- Creation beliefs -- Inca gods -- Mummies -- Ceremonies, festivals, and sacrifice -- Temples -- Palaces and fortresses -- Art and crafts -- Astronomy and calendars -- Engineering -- Keeping records and sending messages -- Family life and children -- Housing and clothing -- Food -- Transportation -- Civil war -- The Spanish conquest -- The Inca legacy

Target audience

juvenile

Classification