Book
The development of the Inca state
University of Texas Press • Austin • Published In 1992 • Pages:
By: Bauer, Brian S., Urton, Gary.
Abstract
In this book, Bauer argues that the development of the Inca state was the culmination of a gradual consolidation and centralization of state authority over time and not a consequence of one epic battle as conveyed in Inca and Spanish narratives. His archaeological and ethnohistorical research focused on the Cuzco Valley in Paruro Province, which was occupied by four ethnic groups. A comparison of site and ceramic distributions between the Killke (1000-1400) and Inca (1400-1532) Periods does not support a picture of intense regional warfare prior to the rise of the Inca state, rather one of peaceful trade and exchange. Also, identical settlement patterns between the two periods suggest a continuity of social organization based on AYULLA and moiety affiliations.
- HRAF PubDate
- 2003
- Region
- South America
- Sub Region
- Central Andes
- Document Type
- Book
- Evaluation
- Creator Type
- Archaeologist
- Document Rating
- 4: Excellent Secondary Data
- 5: Excellent Primary Data
- Analyst
- Ian Skoggard ; 2002
- Field Date
- 1982-1987
- Coverage Date
- 1000-1532
- Coverage Place
- Cuzco Valley, Cuzco Province, Peru
- Notes
- Brian S. Bauer ; foreword by Gary Urton
- Includes bibliographical references (p. 161-177) and index
- LCCN
- 91040030
- LCSH
- Indians of South America--Antiquities