A Brief History of Peru (Brief History)
Publisher: Facts on File
Published: June 2004
Language: eng
Format: Hardcover
Number of pages: 320
ISBN-13: 9780816049189
Subjects: American history; BCE to c 500 CE; Modern period, c 1500 onwards; c 1000 CE to c 1500; c 500 CE to c 1000 CE; History; Children's Books/Young Adult Misc. Nonfiction; History: World; Latin America - South America; World - General; Juvenile literature; Peru
Description: "A Brief History of Peru provides a concise yet comprehensive narrative of Peruvian history from the first civilizations established on the slopes of the Andes around the second millennium B.C.E. through the most recent social unrest and political developments. Beginning with the accomplishments of early civilizations that culminated in the great Inca Empire of the 14th to 16th centuries, the narration continues with Spanish conquest and colonization, the country's independence in 1821, and the election of centrist leader Alejandro Toledo as president in June 2001. Illuminating key historical figures and cultural hallmarks, A Brief History of Peru presents an introduction to this vibrant nation perfect for the student and general reader alike." "A chronology, a bibliography, and a list of suggested reading make up the appendices."--BOOK JACKET.