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"Karen Bruhns has written a stimulating and wide-ranging account of the origins and nature of ancient South American civilisation....an excellent introductory text to South America, and students, scholars and layreaders alike should all be grateful." New Scientist
"The book she wrote is a triumph. It is so well crafted and informative that it should be owned by anyone and everyone interested in the native cultures of South America....Bruhns is an excellent writer with the power of someone fully engaged in her work, combining love, knowledge of, and commitment to her subject....an eminently informative and enjoyable book." American Anthropologist
"A solid introductory book for generalists and for archaeologists trying to keep up with developments outside their areas of specialization." Choice
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South America is still the least known continent in the world. Ancient South America encompasses ten millennia of cultural development and diversity on this great continent. From the first hunters to the magnificent empire of the Incas it covers the immense variety of cultures, their unique arts and industries and the important contributions these little known peoples have made to the modern world. Accessibly written and abundantly illustrated, this book will be enjoyed by students of archaeology, anthropology and art history.
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"Karen Bruhns has written a stimulating and wide-ranging account of the origins and nature of ancient South American civilisation....an excellent introductory text to South America, and students, scholars and layreaders alike should all be grateful." New Scientist
"The book she wrote is a triumph. It is so well crafted and informative that it should be owned by anyone and everyone interested in the native cultures of South America....Bruhns is an excellent writer with the power of someone fully engaged in her work, combining love, knowledge of, and commitment to her subject....an eminently informative and enjoyable book." American Anthropologist
"A solid introductory book for generalists and for archaeologists trying to keep up with developments outside their areas of specialization." Choice
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South America is still the least known continent in the world. Ancient South America encompasses ten millennia of cultural development and diversity on this great continent. From the first hunters to the magnificent empire of the Incas it covers the immense variety of cultures, their unique arts and industries and the important contributions these little known peoples have made to the modern world. Accessibly written and abundantly illustrated, this book will be enjoyed by students of archaeology, anthropology and art history.
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1.1 Modern political divisions, capitals, and other important cities of the South American continent. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
stirrup bottle, spondylus trade, fish tail points, iridescent painting, drained field systems, modeled vessels, snuff trays, tenon heads, annular base, rocker stamping, organic resist, preceramic sites, high puna, metallurgical traditions, llama caravans, organic preservation, resist painting, thorny oyster, maize agriculture, mummy bundles, stimulus diffusion, ceramic traditions, stone projectile points, desert lines, highland sites Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
South America, Chan Chan, Las Haldas, San Pedro de Atacama, Central America, Guitarrero Cave, Huaca Prieta, Puerto Hormiga, Monte Verde, Las Conchas, Real Alto, Santa Elena Peninsula, Moche Valley, Staff God, Old World, Gulf of Guayaquil, Kotosh Religious Tradition, Llanos de Mojos, Mound Velarde, Early Horizon, Ica Valley, Lake Titicaca, Oculate Being, Rancho Peludo, Casma Valley New!
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1.1 Modern political divisions, capitals, and other important cities of the South American continent. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
stirrup bottle, spondylus trade, fish tail points, iridescent painting, drained field systems, modeled vessels, snuff trays, tenon heads, annular base, rocker stamping, organic resist, preceramic sites, high puna, metallurgical traditions, llama caravans, organic preservation, resist painting, thorny oyster, maize agriculture, mummy bundles, stimulus diffusion, ceramic traditions, stone projectile points, desert lines, highland sites Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
South America, Chan Chan, Las Haldas, San Pedro de Atacama, Central America, Guitarrero Cave, Huaca Prieta, Puerto Hormiga, Monte Verde, Las Conchas, Real Alto, Santa Elena Peninsula, Moche Valley, Staff God, Old World, Gulf of Guayaquil, Kotosh Religious Tradition, Llanos de Mojos, Mound Velarde, Early Horizon, Ica Valley, Lake Titicaca, Oculate Being, Rancho Peludo, Casma Valley New!
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- Mural Painting in Ancient Peru by Duccio Bonavia in Back Matter
- Prehistoric Hunters of the High Andes (Studies in Archaeology) by John W. Rick in Back Matter
- Great Britain (Discovering Cultures) by Sharon Gordon in Back Matter
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