Andean Lives: Gregorio Condori Mamani and Asunta Quispe Huaman

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Summary: Andean Lives
Review: I had to read this book for an Anthropology class. Didn't think it was going to be very interesting, but I really like the book. It's a book about the lives of Gregorio and Asunta, and it basically tells of their hardships as Runas, in Peru. I don't think its the kind of book that people would actually pick out to read for entertainment, but if you have to read it for a class, don't be so bummed out about it cause I'm sure you'll really like it.

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Summary: good testimony
Review: This is a testimony written by native peruvians. The innocence and candor is truly revealed throughout their works. Its easier to read than some other indigenous testimonies. The title, Andean Life is a bit misleading though. Maybe it would have been better to call it Peruvian Andean life, or something more specific. Although Peruvian andean life isn't different to let's say ecuadorian andean life by a lot, there are major differences in cultures throughout the andes. Suerte!

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Summary: ANDEAN LIVES
Review: This is definately the best introduction there is for those who are interested in the Andes or those who are planning on traveling to Peru or other Andean countries. It is great to get the inside story from the indigenous peoples themselves, and gregorio and asunta are great storytellers!