Cuzco: A Journey To The Ancient Capital Of Peru; With An Account Of The History, Language, Literature And Antiquities Of The Incas

By Clements Robert Markham

Book Overview

""Cuzco: A Journey To The Ancient Capital Of Peru"" is a comprehensive book written by Clements Robert Markham, which takes the reader on a journey through the historical city of Cuzco, Peru. The book is a detailed account of the history, language, literature, and antiquities of the Incas, who were the ancient rulers of the region.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of the Inca civilization. The first chapter provides an introduction to the city of Cuzco and its significance in Inca culture. The subsequent chapters delve into the history of the Inca civilization, from their origins to their eventual downfall at the hands of the Spanish conquistadors.The book also provides a detailed analysis of the Inca language and literature, including their myths, legends, and religious beliefs. The author also explores the various archaeological sites and artifacts that have been discovered in the region, providing a fascinating insight into the lives and culture of the Inca people.Overall, ""Cuzco: A Journey To The Ancient Capital Of Peru"" is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of the Inca civilization. The book is well-written and informative, and provides a comprehensive overview of this fascinating period in Peruvian history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1432655035
• ISBN13: 9781432655037
• Release Date: June 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 436 Pages
• Weight: 1.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"