Tommie Sue Montgomery

Before the Incas

Archaeological Sites of Coastal Peru

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Produktbeschreibung

Explore the fascinating pre-Inca world with Before the Incas: Archaeological Sites of Coastal Peru by Tommie Sue Montgomery. This comprehensive guide delves into the rich history of Peru's coastal civilizations, predating the Inca Empire by millennia. Discover the architectural marvels and stories of the Moche, Chimú, Lima, and Nazca cultures, among others, through meticulous research and firsthand insights. From Bandurria's 5,000-year-old settlements to the intricate Nazca Lines, Montgomery brings these ancient sites to life with vivid detail and expert commentary. Perfect for history enthusiasts, travelers, and archaeology lovers, this third edition also includes practical information for visiting these awe-inspiring sites. With extensive photos, timelines, and helpful tips, embark on a journey that unveils the complexity and legacy of Peru's coastal heritage-revealing a civilization built on ingenuity, resilience, and cultural exchange long before the rise of the Incas.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Writer Cosmos
• 3. Auflage
• Seitenzahl: 150
• Erscheinungstermin: 19. November 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 9mm
• Gewicht: 228g
• ISBN-13: 9798896040453
• Artikelnr.: 72208778

Autorenporträt

Tommie Sue Montgomery has been traveling, occasionally living and teaching, and doing research in Latin America since 1976. With a M.A. from Vanderbilt University and a Ph.D. from New York University, she has spent over 40 years conducting research in El Salvador and is the author of three books and numerous articles on the country. She has also lived in Mexico, Belize, Nicaragua, and Argentina. Dr. Montgomery has received three Fulbright grants and, in 2013, was honoured by her alma mater, Wesleyan College in Georgia, for "distinguished achievement in a profession."