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A Culture Of Stone: Inka Perspectives On Rock
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A Major Contribution To Both Art History And Latin American Studies, A Culture Of Stone Offers Sophisticated New Insights Into Inka Culture And The Interpretation Of Nonwestern Art. Carolyn Dean Focuses On Rock Outcrops Masterfully Integrated Into Inka Architecture, Exquisitely Worked Masonry, And Freestanding Sacred Rocks, Explaining How Certain Stones Took On Lives Of Their Own And Played A Vital Role In The Unfolding Of Inka History. Examining The Multiple Uses Of Stone, She Argues That The Inka Understood Building In Stone As A Way Of Ordering The Chaos Of Unordered Nature, Converting Untamed Spaces Into Domesticated Places, And Laying Claim To New Territories. Dean Contends That Understanding What The Rocks Signified Requires Seeing Them As The Inka Saw Them: As Potentially Animate, Sentient, And Sacred. Through Careful Analysis Of Inka Stonework, Colonialperiod Accounts Of The Inka, And Contemporary Ethnographic And Folkloric Studies Of Indigenous Andean Culture, Dean Reconstructs The Relationships Between Stonework And Other Aspects Of Inka Life, Including Imperial Expansion, Worship, And Agriculture. She Also Scrutinizes Meanings Imposed On Inka Stone By The Colonial Spanish And, Later, By Tourism And The Tourist Industry. A Culture Of Stone Is A Compelling Multidisciplinary Argument For Rethinking How We See And Comprehend The Inka Past.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'A Culture of Stone: Inka Perspectives on Rock'? A: The book primarily focuses on the significance of rock and stone in Inka culture, examining how stones were integrated into architecture and their roles in Inka history and identity.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'A Culture of Stone' is Carolyn Dean, who provides insightful analysis of Inka stonework and its cultural implications.
- Q: What are the key themes discussed in the book? A: Key themes include the relationship between stone and Inka architecture, the sacredness of stones, and the colonial reinterpretation of Inka stonework.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 320 pages, providing a comprehensive exploration of its subject matter.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as a 'Used Book in Good Condition', indicating it has been previously owned but is still in acceptable shape.
- Q: When was 'A Culture of Stone' published? A: The book was published on October 21, 2010.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of the book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic research? A: Yes, 'A Culture of Stone' is a major contribution to art history and Latin American studies, making it suitable for academic research.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations or images? A: The book's details do not specify if it includes illustrations or images, but given its academic nature, it may contain relevant visuals.
- Q: What insights does Carolyn Dean provide about Inka stonework? A: Carolyn Dean offers sophisticated insights into how Inka stonework reflects cultural values, imperial expansion, and the sacred relationship between people and stone.