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Leyendas, mitos, cuentos y otros relatos Incas / Legends, Myths, Stories and other Incas Narratives (Leyendas, Mitos, Cu...

by Fernando Cordova

Book Details

Publisher:University of Texas Press
Published:1999
Pages:86
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:9875503762

Reading Info

Age Range:10-13

About This Book

These Andean tribes known as Children of the Sun were widely spread throughout South America. They were mainly farmers who learned how to exploit the land wisely. In the valley of Cuzco the capital of the empire, these tribes cultivated maize, squash and pepper; in high lands the puna, for instance, they grew quinoa and potato; and in the low lands, they planted cotton, cassava, bean and coca the most sacred plant of the Andes. Increases in agricultural production were achieved through the const

Our Review

This engaging exploration of Andean civilizations reveals how the Children of the Sun transformed South America through agricultural innovation, showing how different regions from the Cuzco valley to the high puna lands cultivated everything from maize and potatoes to the sacred coca plant. Young readers will discover how these ancient farmers mastered their challenging environment through sophisticated farming techniques that allowed their empire to flourish across diverse landscapes. The book vividly illustrates how agricultural surpluses fueled the growth of one of history's most remarkable civilizations, making complex historical concepts accessible through concrete examples of daily life and survival strategies.

What sets this historical account apart is its focus on practical wisdom and sustainable living, demonstrating how ancient innovations in crop rotation and land management created lasting prosperity. Children fascinated by how civilizations work will appreciate the clear connections between farming methods and imperial expansion, while parents will value the emphasis on environmental adaptation and resourcefulness. The narrative brings to life a civilization that thrived through cooperation with nature rather than domination, leaving readers with lasting insights about human ingenuity and cultural achievement.

Themes

Folklore

Subjects

Folklore