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Max Uhle, 1856-1944: A Memoir Of The Father Of Peruvian Archaeology

Max Uhle, 1856-1944: A Memoir Of The Father Of Peruvian Archaeology

Rowe, John Howland

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Historical FiguresFiction AnthologiesSouth American History

ISBN10: 1258093928
ISBN13: 9781258093921
Publisher: Literary Licensing Llc
Published: Aug 26 2011
Pages: 146
Weight: 1.05
Height: 0.38 Width: 7.00 Depth: 10.00
Language: English
Max Uhle, 1856-1944: A Memoir Of The Father Of Peruvian Archaeology is a biographical account of the life and work of Max Uhle, a German archaeologist who is often credited with being the founder of Peruvian archaeology. Written by John Howland Rowe, a fellow archaeologist and colleague of Uhle, the book provides a detailed and intimate portrait of Uhle's personal and professional life.The book begins with a brief overview of Uhle's early life and education in Germany before delving into his archaeological career. Uhle first became interested in archaeology while studying anthropology and ethnology at the University of Berlin. He went on to conduct several archaeological expeditions in Europe before moving to South America in 1892.In South America, Uhle quickly became fascinated with the ancient cultures of Peru and began conducting excavations at sites such as Pachacamac and Tiahuanaco. He made many important discoveries during his time in Peru, including the Nazca Lines and the Moche civilization.The book also discusses Uhle's personal life, including his marriage to an American woman and his eventual move to the United States. Despite facing challenges such as World War I and financial difficulties, Uhle continued to work tirelessly to advance the field of Peruvian archaeology until his death in 1944.Overall, Max Uhle, 1856-1944: A Memoir Of The Father Of Peruvian Archaeology is a fascinating and informative account of the life and work of one of the most important figures in the field of archaeology. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of archaeology or the ancient cultures of South America.University Of California Publications In American Archaeology And Ethnology, V46, No. 1, November 15, 1954.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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