| Mathematics of the Incas: Code of the Quipu |  | Authors: Marcia Ascher, Robert Ascher Publisher: Dover Publications Category: Book
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Languages: English (Unknown), English (Original Language), English (Published) Media: Paperback Pages: 176 Number Of Items: 1 Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.7 Dimensions (in): 9.5 x 8.1 x 0.4
ISBN: 0486295540 EAN: 9780486295541 ASIN: 0486295540
Publication Date: April 9, 1997 Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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Unique, thought-provoking study discusses quipu, an accounting system employing knotted, colored cords, used by Incas to transmit information. Cultural context, mathematics involved, quipu-maker in Inca society, and even how to make a quipu. Fascinating for anthropologists, ethnologists, students, general readers. Over 125 photos and illustrations.
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