peru

Provides information about the ancient "lost cities" such as Machu Picchu, the Moche pyramids, and the Nazca Lines that indicate advanced civilizations of the indigenous people of Peru. Depicts the geography of Peru, its music, and animals that are important to their way of life. Offers a recipe for Tacu Tacu and an Inca water jar craft, and includes a timeline, a glossary, an index, and color photos.

Aloof and his sister Arnica, two of five Hairy Peruvians who set sail in an earthenware pot called a Poppykettle, tell of their quest to find land, a feather, and an egg.

Brief descriptions of different places in Peru written in the form of postcards.

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.

Translation of a poem inspired by the author's journey to a ruined Peruvian Inca city.

A brief introduction to the challenges, customs, and pastimes of teens who live in Peru.

A full-color guide to Peru, featuring practical advice for getting around and recommendations on hotels, restaurants, sights, and shopping, and includes regional highlights and maps.

Step back in time to discover the spectacular world of the Incas and their ancestors. The Incas ruled the most spectacular empire South America has ever seen and were the successors to the Chimu gold workers and the Tiwanaku lake people.