el dorado

This book explores the origins of the legend of the golden city, tells stories of the explorers who risked their lives for gold, and includes information on the latest archaeological discoveries that seem to indicate the legend may have been legitimate.

Discusses the myth of the lost city of gold in northern South America, sought by Spanish explorers in the fifteenth century and by some modern treasure hunters.

Detailed essays, extensive photos, and informative sidebars describe the search for El Dorado throughout history and examine the ancient Chavin, Moche, Paracas, and Nazca cultures of South America, showing the results of significant archaeological digs; also includes a time line and a bibliography.