Ancient South America (Cambridge World Archaeology) - Softcover

Bruhns, Karen Olsen

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0521277612 ISBN 13: 9780521277617

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 1994

Synopsis

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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Book Description:

Encompassing ten millennia of development from the first hunters to the magnificent empire of the Incas, this survey covers the immense variety of ancient South American cultures--highlighting the unique arts and industries and important contributions of these little known peoples.

Review:

"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

About this edition

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 1994
• ISBN 10: 0521277612
• ISBN 13: 9780521277617
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 448