Peru Illustrated: Or Incidents of Travel and Exploration in the Land of the Incas (1877)

Peru Illustrated: Or Incidents Of Travel And Exploration In The Land Of The Incas (1877) is a travelogue written by Ephraim George Squier, an American archaeologist and ethnologist who explored Peru in the mid-19th century. The book provides a detailed account of Squier's travels through Peru, including his visits to ancient Inca ruins, descriptions of the country's natural beauty, and encounters with the local people. The book is illustrated with numerous engravings and photographs of the places and people that Squier encountered during his travels. It also includes information on the history and culture of the Incas, as well as their interactions with the Spanish conquistadors. Overall, Peru Illustrated offers a fascinating glimpse into the land of the Incas and the experiences of a 19th-century explorer.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.