The Incredible Incas
The Incredible Incas by Terry Deary, published by Scholastic in 2008, is a 139-page exploration of the Incan civilization, presented in English. This edition delves into the fascinating and often gruesome aspects of life in the Incan Empire, highlighting both the achievements and the harsh realities faced by its people.
Readers will discover a blend of history and humor as the book reveals intriguing facts about the Incas, such as their construction of massive pyramids and the peculiar practices surrounding beauty and sacrifice. The narrative covers various topics, including the societal structure of the Incan Empire and the impact of Spanish conquest, all while engaging young readers with games and activities related to Latin American history. This unique approach makes the book an informative yet entertaining resource for those interested in the complexities of South American cultures.
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The incredible Incas may have built South America’s greatest civilisation, but they could be very icky indeed! The poor prisoners that pulled up their huge pyramids were likely to experience a very painful death. But things weren’t much better for your average Inca. Find out: How a bucket of stewed pee could make you beautiful; Why servants ate the emperor’s hair; What happened in their legendary golden temples; What chilling fate awaited their child sacrifices. The Incan Empire comprised 12 million people, yet was conquered by 260 Spanish invaders — and a few germs. In fact, it was the llamas who really had it lucky … they got to wear earrings and drink beer! So would you rather be a lucky llama … or an incredible Inca? Erk!.
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