Machu Picchu: The story of the amazing Inkas and their city in the clouds (Wonders of the World Book) [Paperback]

Elizabeth Mann (Author), Amy Crehore (Illustrator)

Book Description

Age Level: 9 and up | Grade Level: 4 and up | Series: Wonders of the World Book

The story of the rise of the Inkas and the building of the great city of Machu Picchu is described in this book. The city is as astonishing as were its builders. Set in a remote, inaccessible area of the high Andes, this breathtaking city was never found by the Spanish Conquistadors and remains an untouched example of Inka genius.

Wonders of the World series

The winner of numerous awards, this series is renowned for Elizabeth Mann's ability to convey adventure and excitement while revealing technical information in engaging and easily understood language. The illustrations are lavishly realistic and accurate in detail but do not ignore the human element. Outstanding in the genre, these books are sure to bring even the most indifferent young reader into the worlds of history, geography, and architecture.

"One of the ten best non-fiction series for young readers."
- Booklist

Editorial Reviews

Review

Once again, Mann has written an engaging and accessible introduction to one of humankind's great architectural achievements. (School Library Journal 2000)

Nonfiction Honor Book, 2000 (VOYA 2000)

[Starred review:] Unlike some nonfiction, this really answers questions the readers want to know. (Booklist )

About the Author

Elizabeth Mann has written nine Wonders of the World books, an award-winning series. She is former teacher in New York, holds an M.S.E. and is cofounder of Mikaya Press.

Amy Crehore has a B.F.A. from Virginia Commonwealth University. She illustrates book covers, magazine articles and children's books, and has won awards for her paintings. She lives in Eugene, Oregon.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 9 and up
  
• Paperback: 48 pages
• Publisher: Mikaya Press (February 4, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1931414106
• ISBN-13: 978-1931414104
• Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 9.1 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.1 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #227,887 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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9 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Graphics were more bloody than expected, August 4, 2010

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This review is from: Machu Picchu: The story of the amazing Inkas and their city in the clouds (Wonders of the World Book) (Paperback)

While this book has great info, I actually tossed it because a few of the illustrations were too graphic. For example, a young person with a knife embedded in their body, including blood. I'm disappointed because I feel it was unnecessary, even though it is historical. I know most people probably won't have a problem with such graphics, but if your kids are the sensitive types, be fore-educated.