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Where Is Machu Picchu?
Paperback / softback
Main Details
Title |
Where Is Machu Picchu?
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Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Megan Stine
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Illustrated by John O'Brien
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Physical Properties |
Format:Paperback / softback | Pages:112 | Dimensions(mm): Height 193,Width 134 |
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ISBN/Barcode |
9780515159615
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Classifications | Dewey:985.37 |
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Illustrations |
Illustrations
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Publishing Details |
Publisher |
Penguin Putnam Inc
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Imprint |
Penguin Workshop
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Publication Date |
23 January 2018 |
Publication Country |
United States
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Description
What's left of Machu Picchu stands as the most significant link to the marvelous Inca civilization of Peru. Now readers can explore these ruins in this compelling Where Is? title. Built in the fifteenth century and tucked away in the mountains of Peru, Machu Picchu was abandoned after the Spaniards conquered the Incan empire in the sixteenth century. It remained hidden until 1911 when Hiram Bingham uncovered the marvelous complex and shared his discovery with the world. Today, hundreds of thousands of people visit the site to climb the 3,000 stone steps, explore the towering monuments, and see the numerous species that call these famous ruins home.
Author Biography
Megan Stine has written several books for young readers, including Where Is the White House?, Who Was Marie Curie?, Who Was Ulysses S. Grant?, Who Is Michelle Obama?, and Who Was Sally Ride? She lives in Clinton, Connecticut.
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