Irrigation and Community in the Central Peruvian Highlands
1976; Wiley; Volume: 78; Issue: 1 Linguagem: Inglês
10.1525/aa.1976.78.1.02a00030
ISSN1548-1433
Autores Tópico(s)Amazonian Archaeology and Ethnohistory
ResumoIrrigation in Quinua is an adaptation of high altitude agriculture, and its regulation and celebration are significant aspects of the political and ritual life of the community. Comparative data suggest that similar relationships are widespread in Peru. The information from Quinua is used to illuminate the water needs of Huari, an important archaeological site located in the community. The significance of the data for the hydraulic hypothesis of Wittfogel and Steward is discussed.
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