incas

A graphic retelling of the life of explorer Francisco Pizarro who conquered the Inca empire of South America in his quest for gold and riches.

Professor William Race is called in by the U.S. Army to translate an ancient manuscript which holds the key to the location of an Indian icon which could be used as the basis for a terrifying new weapon.

Describes the discovery in 1911 of the Peruvian ruins called Machu Picchu and presents the various theories of the function of this city in the ancient Inca civilization.

An Indian boy who tends llamas in a hidden valley in Peru learns the traditions and secrets of his Inca ancestors.

An account of the defeat of the Incan empire by the Spanish. Describes postconquest Peru and the integration of the Incas into the Spanish society.

Provides a teacher's resource guide and a short text on Inca life which focuses on lifestyle, family, marriage, children, art, culture, and other related material. The guide includes learning activities on vocabulary, interpretation, personal reflection and response, and the Incan legacy.

High up in the Andes Mountains, the Inca built their homes. The Inca learned to farm this rugged land, make pottery, and build bridges and cities. Take a trip to their mountain home and discover the Inca.

Text, illustrations, and photographs explore ancient Incan society, culture, art, religion, warfare, and institutions.