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The last Inca emperor, Atahualpa, uses Columbus’ captured ships to sail to Europe where he discovers the Inquisition, capitalism, the printing press and warring monarchies, in the new novel from the internationally best-selling author of HHhH. "An ambitious and highly entertaining novel of revisionist history by Laurent Binet, the author of the international bestseller HHhH"--

A movie stunt performer and his wife are persuaded to steal an Inca mask from a museum.

This book captures the glories of the Incas and Pre-Columbian South America, describing the imaginative craftsmanship in gold and silver, beautiful textiles, embroidery, ceramics, and architecture.

"Descubre el mundo de aztecas, incas y mayas: sus creencias, ceremonias y florecientes civilizaciones"--Cover. Chronicles the history, beliefs, and everyday lives of the ancient Aztec, Inca, and Maya peoples.

Machu Picchu is the most famous reminder of ancient Inca culture, but its by no means the only one. Archeological remains from the Inca Empire have been drawing scientists, historians, and tourists to South America for many years. Readers explore these archaeological finds and what theyve taught us about Inca culture and daily life. As detailed main text and fact boxes provide readers with information about the Inca people, vibrant photographs and...