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The Rest Is HistoryThe Fall of the IncasMar 2, 2026

648. The Fall of the Incas: Battle for the Sacred City (Part 5)

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648. The Fall of the Incas: Battle for the Sacred City (Part 5) mentions brilliant book about the conquest of Peru by John Heming and brilliant book by John Heming with timestamps, quotes, and episode context.

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Three years into the conquest of the Incas, how did the Spaniards respond to the Incan uprising, lead by their puppet emperor Manco? How did the despicable behaviour of Pizarro and his men spark the rebellion? And, how would the terrifying assault of Manco and his Incan warriors, on a stranded contingent of Spaniards, play out…? Join Dominic and Tom, as they reach the thrilling climax of this tragic, dramatic tale of death, conquest and betrayal… _______ Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Video Editors: Jack Meek + Harry Swan Social Producer: Harry Balden Producers: Tabby Syrett & Aaliyah Akude
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Manco and Spanish conquest(1)Manco's challenges in Cusco(1)
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Historians and enthusiasts of Inca historyHistorians and readers interested in Inca history

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brilliant book about the conquest of Peru cover
brilliant book about the conquest of Peru
John Heming
Best for Historians and enthusiasts of Inca historyOften cited around Manco's challenges in Cusco

“John Heming, in his brilliant book about the conquest of Peru, says Manco had to try to restore the sort of cult of the Inca, to take over control of the administration.”

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Historians and enthusiasts of Inca history
Key quote: “As John Heming, in his brilliant book about the conquest of Peru, says, Manco had to try to restore the sort of cult of the Inca, to take over control of the administration, to assert his primacy as supreme ruler.”
The host mentions John Heming's book to illustrate the complexities Manco faced in restoring the Inca culture and authority amidst Spanish conquest. Heming's insights provide a deeper understanding of Manco's role and the political dynamics of the time.
ASIN: 0815410042
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brilliant book cover
brilliant book
John Heming
Best for Historians and readers interested in Inca historyOften cited around Manco and Spanish conquest

“John Heming says in his brilliant book, this is the last great tribute to the Inca's genius for organisation.”

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Sentiment: Deep Dive
For: Historians and readers interested in Inca history
Key quote: “As John Heming, in his brilliant book about the conquest of Peru, says, Manco had to try to restore the sort of cult of the Inca, to take over control of the administration, to assert his primacy as supreme ruler.”
The host mentions John Heming's book to highlight the complexities of Manco's leadership during the Spanish conquest of Peru. Heming's insights provide a deeper understanding of Manco's challenges in restoring Inca traditions amidst foreign influence.
ASIN: 1609450787
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