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THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING TRAVEL MEMOIR
What happens when an unadventurous adventure writer tries to re-create the original expedition to Machu Picchu?
In 1911, Hiram Bingham III climbed into the Andes Mountains of Peru and “discovered” Machu Picchu. While history has recast Bingham as a villain who stole both priceless artifacts and credit for finding the great archeological site, Mark Adams set out to retrace...
What happens when an unadventurous adventure writer tries to re-create the original expedition to Machu Picchu?
In 1911, Hiram Bingham III climbed into the Andes Mountains of Peru and “discovered” Machu Picchu. While history has recast Bingham as a villain who stole both priceless artifacts and credit for finding the great archeological site, Mark Adams set out to retrace...
2) Machu Picchu
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Series
Publisher
Newsweek
Pub. Date
[1981]
Language
English
Description
Text and photographs describe the historical Inca city located in the Amazon rainforest.
Publisher
Kultur
Pub. Date
[2011?]
Language
English
Description
"Machu Picchu is one of the earth's magical places. The ruined city seems to be the work of giants, full of mysteries, unwilling to reveal its secrets. Nevertheless, more than any other place, it has become the symbol of the vanished culture of its architects, the Incas. They were at the height of their power when they were smitten by a hitherto unknown disease: the instiable greed for gold which the Europeans introduced to America. This has been...
7) Machu Picchu
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Series
Publisher
Lightbox Learning Inc
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
"Machu Picchu is nearly 8,000 feet (2,438 meters) above sea level. The city is located in the Cordillera de Vilcabamba range on the eastern slope of the Andes Mountains. Learn more about these fascinating historic places in Machu Picchu, a title in the Ancient Cities series"--
8) Machu Picchu
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Series
Publisher
Amicus High Interest
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
"Describes the mystery of Machu Picchu, one of the ancient wonders of the world, including how and why it was built, the emperor who lived there, why it was abandoned, and what the ruin is like today"--
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Tarea Asociacion Grafica Educativa Pasaje Maria Auxiliadora
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Description
"Presenting Peru and Machupicchu is your essential guide to the must-see in Peru. The author Señora Saydi introduces you to the country through the eyes of a Peruvian tour guide with over 30 years of experience. She leads you through Peru's story, starting with the geographical, political and economic situations and reveals the country's unique history and natural beauty. Finally, she presents the Incan treasures, which have become today's tourist...
14) Machu Picchu
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Series
Publisher
Mikaya Press
Pub. Date
2000.
Language
English
Description
Describes the history of the Inca civilization and the construction of the city of Machu Picchu in the Andes Mountains.
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Publisher
World Book, a Scott Fetzer Company
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
"An exploration of the questions scholars have concerning Machu Picchu, an Inca archaeological site in Peru. Features include, fact boxes, biographies of famous experts on the Inca and Machu Picchu, places to see and visit, a glossary, further readings, and index"--
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Penguin Workshop, an Imprint of Penguin Random House
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
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...
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Series
Publisher
Cotsen Institute of Archaeology, University of California
Pub. Date
[2007]
Language
English
Description
"A leading expert on pre-Columbian archaeology, Johan Reinhard has spent more than 25 years examining sacred landscape in the contexts of Inca and pre-Inca cultures and the beliefs of modern-day Andean peoples. He has discovered several pre-Columbian sanctuaries, including some of the highest summits of the Andes." "In 1991 Reinhard first published Machu Picchu: The Sacred Center, presenting evidence that the site's spectacular setting and much of...
18) Machu Picchu
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Series
Publisher
Bellwether Media, Inc
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"Engaging images accompany information about Machu Picchu. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--
19) Machu Picchu
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Series
Publisher
Lucent Books
Pub. Date
[2003]
Language
English
Description
Describes the ancient Incan city of Mach Picchu, the ruins of which show the religious beliefs, masterful stonework, wise use of natural resources, and history of the people who ruled the largest indigenous empire of the Americas.
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Series
Publisher
Footprint
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
"Peru's Inca Heartland is home to lost cities, ancient trails and colonial palaces. Footprint's Cuzco & the Inca Heartland handbook will guide you around the Navel of the World, along challenging Inca routes, and up to the magnificent Machu Picchu."--Publisher's description.
