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Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
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Description
Built in the fifteenth century and tucked away in the mountains of Peru, Machu Picchu was abandoned after the Spaniards conquered the Incan empire in the sixteenth century. It remained hidden until 1911 when Hiram Bingham uncovered the marvelous complex and shared his discovery with the world. Today, hundreds of thousands of people visit the site to climb the 3,000 stone steps, explore the towering monuments, and see the numerous species that call...
Author
Pub. Date
[2020]
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
"A picture biography of Julio C. Tello, considered to be the founder of modern Peruvian archaeology, that traces his life from an early interest in Peru's ancient cultures to his rise as the most distinguished Indigenous social scientist of the twentiethcentury. A map and an afterword with additional information, photograph, and source list are included."--
11) Machu Picchu
Author
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
Examines the exploration and study of Machu Picchu. Explores the lives of the site's builders, traces its discovery and scientific investigation, and discusses future study and conservation efforts.
14) Frozen girl
Author
Series
Pub. Date
1998.
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
Discussses the discovery, history, and significance of an Incan mummy found frozen in the mountains of Peru.
15) Machu Picchu
Author
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
Introduces readers to the Machu Picchu Site in Peru, discussing who built it, its discovery, and more
16) Machu Picchu
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2009]
Edition
First edition.
Language
English
Description
Describes the ancient city Machu Picchu in Peru, including its construction, the purposes of the city for the Incan empire, and its popularity for tourists today.
18) Machu Picchu
Author
Series
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
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Description
"In this book, early fluent readers will marvel at Machu Picchu while learning about its history, location, uses, and architecture. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the cultural history behind this ancient site. A Take a Look! infographic aids understanding, sidebars present interesting, supplementary information, and an At a Glance recap offers a map and quick stats on the historical...
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