Peru the People and Culture

Written by Bobbie Kalman and Tammy Everts

Part of the Lands, Peoples, and Cultures series

Ancient mysteries, modern cities and lively traditions meet in one South American country.

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32 pages· 4,862 words· Est. 38 min read-aloud· IG950L

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Bookroo's summary

This photo-filled introduction to Peru shows how its people live, work and celebrate. Readers learn how the traditions of the Inca and other Indigenous peoples blend with those brought by the Spanish, explore music, dance and art, meet the writer Mario Vargas Llosa, and pick up a few simple words in Quechua.

From the publisher

Music, dance, and art feature prominently in this updated edition of Peru the People and Culture. In a new section, readers will be introduced to writer Mario Vargas Llosa and will learn simple words in Quechua. Young readers will be fascinated by this country’s ancient mysteries, modern cities, and culture which blends the traditions of indigenous ancestors, such as the Inca, with those of the Spanish. Topics include: - many early civilizations including the Inca empire - the Spanish conquest and Peru’s path to independence - life in Peru’s towns and cities - religion and festivals, including the sun festival, Inti Raymi - ancient foods such as corn beer and roasted guinea pig - a recipe for natillas piuranas, a sweet milk pudding - clothing, sports, and leisure

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