This book presents the first scientific study of the Caral archaeological site. The investigation, which is deep and thorough and includes unprecedented graphic material, has advanced our knowledge about the origins of territorial planning and ceremonial centers in ancient prehispanic Peru, thanks to its resonstruction of the history of this important ancient site. The book’s prologue is written by Betty Meyers, of the Smithsonian Institute.

Additional information:
Author: Ruth Shady
Year of publication: 2006
Language: English, Spanish
Sponsor: Interbank
Photography/Illustration: Daniel Giannoni, Walter Wust
Pages: 260
Size: 28 × 28 cm
Legal deposit: 2004-7989
ISBN: 9972-9765-2-1
Copyright: Apus Graph Ediciones