Inca Land - Hiram Bingham - Bog

Inca Land is a non-fiction book written by Hiram Bingham, an American explorer and archaeologist who is best known for his discovery of the ancient city of Machu Picchu in Peru. Originally published in 1922, the book is a detailed account of Bingham's travels through the Andes Mountains and his exploration of various Inca ruins and archaeological sites in Peru.The book is divided into 14 chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of Bingham's journey through Inca Land. The first few chapters provide an overview of the history and culture of the Inca Empire, including their religious beliefs, social structure, and impressive engineering feats. Bingham then describes his own experiences traveling through the Andes Mountains, including the challenges of navigating the rugged terrain and acclimating to the high altitude.Throughout the book, Bingham shares his discoveries and observations of various Inca ruins and archaeological sites, including the famous Machu Picchu. He describes the intricate stonework and impressive engineering of these ancient structures, as well as the artifacts and other artifacts he uncovered during his excavations.In addition to his archaeological work, Bingham also provides insights into the modern-day culture and society of Peru, including his interactions with local people and his experiences with Peruvian cuisine and customs.Overall, Inca Land is a fascinating and informative account of one man's journey through the Andes Mountains and his exploration of the ancient Inca civilization. It is a must-read for anyone interested in archaeology, history, or South American culture.It was in July, 1911, that we first entered that marvelous canyon of the Urubamba, where the river escapes from the cold regions near Cuzco by tearing its way through gigantic mountains of granite. From Torontoy to Colpani the road runs through a land of matchless charm. It has the majestic grandeur of the Canadian Rockies, as well as the startling beauty of the Nuuanu Pali near Honolulu, and the enchanting vistas of the Koolau Ditch Trail on Maul. In the variety of its charms and the power of its spell, I know of no place in the world which can compare with it.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.