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Explore colonial Peru through the eyes of early 19th‑century scholars and travellers.
This nonfiction work gathers material from a respected periodical and other authentic sources to present a broad view of Peru’s geography, people, and history. It translates archival curiosity into a readable survey that balances topography, natural history, mining, commerce, and urban life in Lima.
The book is organized into five parts, tracing the Peruvian territory, natural history, mineralogy, commerce, and the capital’s history. It includes plates and practical notes that illuminate daily life, industry, and culture during the colonial era, drawing on historical documents and modern commentary of its time. Readers will find a careful, contextual portrait of Peru from the late pre‑modern period through the early modern era, with attention to the experiences of Indigenous communities, the role of European influence, and the evolution of Peruvian knowledge.What you will experience
- A structured survey of Peru’s geography, people, and economy across five major sections.
- Historical perspectives on mining, trade, and urban life in Lima.
- Illustrations and plates that accompany the narrative, showing costumes, landscapes, and urban scenes.
- Commentary on climate, natural history, and the legacies of conquest and colonization.
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Joseph Skinner teaches ancient history at the University of Liverpool.
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