Explore daily living inside the Inca empire, the largest empire in the western hemisphere before European colonization. The Incas' subjugation of all types of c... » 

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. Designed to provide valuable support to student researchers, this volume includes: Engaging illustrations and photographs of Inca life, artifacts, and archaeological sites sidebars that highlight new discoveries or primary source early Spanish accounts a Making Connections feature with suggestions for research topics and a glossary of terms. Content also supports Latin American history and Native American studies curricula and ties in directly to the National Standards for World History. «