Inca Land Hardback - 2010

Inca Land is a travelogue written by Hiram Bingham, an American explorer and archaeologist who is best known for his discovery of the ancient Inca city of Machu Picchu in Peru. The book chronicles Bingham's journey through the Andes Mountains and the various Inca ruins and archaeological sites he encountered along the way. Bingham's vivid descriptions of the landscapes and the people he met during his travels provide a fascinating glimpse into the culture and history of the Inca civilization. The book also includes numerous illustrations and photographs of the sites and artifacts Bingham discovered, as well as maps and diagrams to help readers better understand the geography and layout of the region. Overall, Inca Land is a captivating account of one man's quest to uncover the mysteries of the ancient Inca civilization and the rich history of the Andes Mountains.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.