“In 1491 the Inka ruled the greatest empire on earth. Bigger than Ming Dynasty China, bigger than Ivan the Great’s expanding Russia, bigger than Songhay in the Sahel or powerful Great Zimbabwe in the West Africa tablelands, bigger than the cresting Ottoman Empire, bigger than the Triple Alliance (as the Aztec empire is more precisely known), bigger by far than any European state, the Inka dominion extended over a staggering thirty-two degrees of latitude—as if a single power held sway from St. Petersburg to Cairo.”
Quote by Charles C. Mann
Work
1491 (Second Edition): New Revelations of the Americas Before Columbus
This comprehensive book delves into the pre-Columbian era of the Americas, offering a detailed look at the complex societies, advanced civilizations, and diverse cultures that thrived before the arrival of Christopher Columbus. The second edition includes updated research and revised content. more
Author
Charles C. Mann
Charles C. Mann is an American journalist and author known for his profound insights into human history and the natural environment. His works often deal with complex historical themes and are praised for their extensive research and engaging narrative style. more