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Architecture and power in the ancient Andes

by Jerry D. Moore

Indians of South AmericaPolitics and governmentIndian architectureRites and ceremoniesAntiquitiesIndians of south america, antiquitiesIndians of south america, social life and customs

"Compares plans of 22 structures on the Peruvian north coast dating from preceramic to Chimu. Uses objective criteria to assess social purpose (centrality, ubiquity); symbolic intent (scale, permanence); and social control (visibility, access pattern)"--Handbook of Latin American Studies, v. 57.

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