Daily Life in the Inca Empire

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Explore daily living inside the Inca empire| the largest empire in the western hemisphere before European colonization. The Incas’ subjugation of all types of cultures in western South America led to a wide variety of experiences| from military leaders to ruling class to conquered peoples. Readers will uncover all aspects of Inca culture| including politics and social hierarchy| the life cycle| agriculture| architecture| women’s roles| dress and ornamentation| food and drink| festivals| religious rituals| the calendar| and the unique Inca form of taxation. Utilizing the best of current research and excavation| the second edition includes new material throughout as well as a new chapter on Machu Picchu| and a day in the life section focusing on an Inca family and a servant family in Machu Picchu. Concluding chapters discuss Inca contributions to modern society and the dangers of present destruction of archaeological sites.