peru

An introduction to Peru, discussing its geography, culture, government and more.

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

As teenagers P.C. and Mackenzie, amateur detectives, escort a mummy down the Amazon river in Peru on behalf of P.C.'s archeologist father, they investigate whether the murder of a fellow passenger is related to an ancient curse.

Presents a short children's history of Spanish conquistador and explorer, Francisco Pizarro and describes his life, voyages through the jungles and mountains of coastal South America, encounters with the Incas of Peru, and the brutality of Spanish conquest.

Introduces young readers to the geography and culture of Peru.

Paulina and the Thea Sisters journey to Peru to find their missing archaeologist friend, but as they ascend the Andes Mountains, the sisters find clues that lead them to a mysterious hidden city.

Provides information about Peru, including the landscape and climate, wildlife, school and work, celebrations, and more.

"Machu Picchu is one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Nestled in the Andes Mountains, the Inca people built a settlement that's in perfect harmony with the surrounding landscape. This title explores the geography of the ancient Inca civilization, which extended well beyond Machu Picchu. Covering land from present-day Peru to present-day Chile, the diverse landscape affected all aspects of Incan society, from daily life to terrace farming and irrigation. Readers will learn how geography and climate played a role in the development of this civilization. Colorful images and engaging text based on social studies curricula support classroom learning"--Amazon.com.

Describes the events that lead up to the conquering of the Incas and the three phases of conquest.