{"product_id":"9788490075630","title":"The lordship of the Incas","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThe Dominion of the Incas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work by Pedro Cieza de León is a fundamental testimony for understanding the political, social, and economic organization of the Inca Empire. Through a detailed and rigorous narrative, the author describes the system of government, customs, religion, and the exploits of the Inca sovereigns. The reader will find a vivid and precise account of one of the most fascinating civilizations in the Americas, based on the chronicler's own direct observations during his travels through Peru. It is an essential primary source for historians and lovers of pre-Columbian history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePedro Cieza de León, one of the first chroniclers of the New World, offers in \u003ci\u003eThe Dominion of the Incas\u003c\/i\u003e a meticulous chronicle of the Inca Empire. The book records the history of the Inca rulers from their mythical origins to the arrival of the Spanish. It focuses on aspects such as territorial administration, laws, agricultural techniques, monumental construction, and religious beliefs. The work stands out for its attempt to understand and explain the internal logic of a complex society, presenting both the achievements and the contradictions of the Inca system. It is a text that combines ethnographic observation with historical narrative, offering a balanced and documented vision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePolitical and administrative organization of the Tahuantinsuyo.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eGenealogy and biography of the Inca emperors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eEconomic system and resource redistribution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eInca religion, rituals, and worldview.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eConquest and resistance to Spanish expansion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is intended for students and professionals in history, anthropology, and archaeology, as well as readers interested in the history of pre-Columbian America. It is also a valuable read for those who wish to understand the cultural foundations of ancient Peru and the impact of the conquest. Its direct and descriptive style makes it accessible to both specialists and fans of historical chronicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAccess to a first-hand primary source on the Inca Empire.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed understanding of the power structure and daily life in the Tahuantinsuyo.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHistorical context to understand the Spanish chroniclers' view of American civilizations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eReference material for comparative studies on empires and systems of government.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA narrative that humanizes the Inca rulers, moving away from simplistic views.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cieza de León, Pedro\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Linkgua Digital\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubject:\u003c\/strong\u003e Classic texts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fondo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eBinding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date:\u003c\/strong\u003e January 2021\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 184\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 328 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis edition of \u003ci\u003eThe Dominion of the Incas\u003c\/i\u003e recovers a classic text essential for any American history library. Cieza de León's work stands out for its documentary rigor and its ability to convey the complexity of the Inca world. Reading it is especially useful for those seeking a well-founded view removed from myths, offering a solid basis for the study of pre-Hispanic civilizations. It is a mandatory reference for understanding the legacy of the Incas and the process of conquest.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LINKGUA DIGITAL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405873602907,"sku":"9788490075630","price":22.88,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978849007563.jpg?v=1781833794","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788490075630","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}