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the Incas, the new perspectives

Gordon McEwen
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“The speaker mentions a quote from a book by Gordon McEwen titled 'the Incas, the new perspectives', discussing the Incas' lack of wheeled vehicles and other technologies from a Western perspective.”

Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: Incas and problem-solving
For: Readers interested in indigenous cultures and historical adaptations
Key quote: “Despite the supposed handicaps, the Incas were still able to construct one of the greatest imperial states in human history.”
The host discusses the unique adaptations of the Sinta Larga tribe and contrasts their methods with Western perspectives on civilization. This leads to a mention of Gordon McEwen's book, which highlights how the Incas, despite lacking certain technologies, were able to build a remarkable empire.